'Molecular Glue' Turns a Cancer Driver Into a Built-in Kill Switch in Stanford Medicine Study
STANFORD, California, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news:
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'Molecular glue' turns a cancer driver into a built-in kill switch in Stanford Medicine study
A lymphoma driver called BCL6 suppresses the expression of cell death genes. A new molecule designed at Stanford Medicine blocks its activity and activates downstream genes to trigger cell death.
By Krista Conger
A two-headed molecule designed by Stanford Medicine researchers hijacks on more
Advertising Specialty Institute: 2026 State of the Industry - Healthcare Surges, T-Shirts Stay No. 1 as Promo Market Shifts Create New Opportunities
TREVOSE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- The Advertising Specialty Institute issued the following news release:
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2026 State of the Industry: Healthcare Surges, T-Shirts Stay No. 1 as Promo Market Shifts Create New Opportunities
Landmark ASI research turns industry data into strategies for distributors and suppliers to compete and expand
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Healthcare is surging T-shirts still rule. Some longtime markets are losing ground. And across the promotional products industry, economic pressure more
American Society for Nutrition Issues Commentary: Presidential Farewell - Reflections and Gratitude From Naima Moustaid-Moussa
BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 21 -- The American Society for Nutrition issued the following commentary on Aug. 20, 2026, by President Naima Moustaid-Moussa:
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A Presidential Farewell: Reflections and Gratitude from Naima Moustaid-Moussa
It has been an honor to serve as the 2025-2026 President of the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Over the past year, I have had the privilege of working alongside an extraordinary community of scientists, clinicians, educators, students, and staff dedicate more
American University: Impact in Action - Grants and Giving Transforming College of Arts & Sciences
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- American University issued the following news:
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Impact in Action: The Grants and Giving Transforming College of Arts & Sciences
FY26 support from NASA, leading foundations, and other partners expands hands-on research, learning, and career opportunities for students
By Patty Housman
Thanks to significant philanthropic and foundation support over the last year, students across American University's College of Arts and Sciences are turning what they learn into rea more
Back to School: U-M Experts Can Discuss a Range of Topics
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 21 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Back to school: U-M experts can discuss a range of topics
University of Michigan experts are available to comment on critical topics facing schools this academic year. Their areas of expertise include student mental health, concussions, school safety, AI in the classroom, recovery from learning loss, teacher retention, Black girls' schooling experiences, school meal funding, immigration, and college ca more
CFTC Chairman Selig Issues Remarks at Innovation Advisory Committee Conference
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following remarks on Aug. 20, 2026, by Chairman Michael S. Selig at the Innovation Advisory Committee conference:
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Thank you. Good afternoon and welcome to the Innovation Advisory Committee's inaugural meeting.
We've assembled some of America's greatest builders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs here in our nation's capital to engage in a series of conversations about where our financial markets are headed, and what ro more
CISA Releases Foundational, Flexible Guidance to Help Federal Agencies Implement Effective Logging, Visibility and Operational Standards
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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CISA Releases Foundational, Flexible Guidance to Help Federal Agencies Implement Effective Logging, Visibility and Operational Standards
Today, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published the Logging Reference Architecture, an outcome-driven guide for federal civilian executive branch (FCEB) agencie more
Clark Atlanta University Faculty Join NABJ Conversation on AI and Journalism
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 21 -- Clark Atlanta University issued the following news:
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Clark Atlanta University Faculty Join NABJ Conversation on AI and Journalism
As AI reshapes journalism, Clark Atlanta University is preparing future journalists to navigate an evolving media landscape while upholding accuracy, accountability, and trust.
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As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how news is researched, produced, distributed, and consumed, Clark Atlanta University is preparing the n more
Congratulations to Threedy on This Year's European 3D Data Access and Collaboration Infrastructure Customer Value Leadership Recognition
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 21 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Congratulations to Threedy on This Year's European 3D Data Access and Collaboration Infrastructure Customer Value Leadership Recognition
Recognition highlights instant3Dhub's ability, a scalable 3D data infrastructure platform, to make live engineering data available enterprise-wide through any brows more
Connecticut College: Students Create Marketable AI Solutions for Real-world Problems
NEW LONDON, Connecticut, Aug. 21 -- Connecticut College issued the following news:
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Students create marketable AI solutions for real-world problems
Liam Boukris '28, Cole Craffey '29 and Mikey Magyar '28, three Connecticut College students in the Entrepreneurship, Social Innovation, Value and Change Pathway, spent eight weeks this summer exploring the possibilities and problems of artificial intelligence (AI) through the Interdisciplinary Summer Bridges Program at Colby College in Waterv more
CrowdStrike Named the Frost Radar Leader in Cloud Workload Protection for Fourth Consecutive Time
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Aug. 20, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Named the Frost Radar(TM) Leader in Cloud Workload Protection for Fourth Consecutive Time
CrowdStrike named the "strongest overall leader" as runtime-first security becomes the standard for cloud and AI workload protection
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today annou more
Deere Reports 3rd Quarter Net Income of $1.379 Billion
MOLINE, Illinois, Aug. 21 -- Deere and Co., a manufacturer of agricultural, construction, forestry machinery and diesel engines, issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Deere Reports Third Quarter Net Income of $1.379 Billion
* Disciplined execution drives stronger-than-expected results in a dynamic market.
* Net income guidance improved to $4.75 billion to $5.00 billion.
* Order book trends reinforce 2026 as the bottom of the ag equipment cycle.
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Deere & Company report more
Dr. Mohamad Alkhouli Named Editor-in-Chief of JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The American College of Cardiology posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Dr. Mohamad Alkhouli Named Editor-in-Chief of JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions
Alkhouli to lead journal through a rapidly evolving era of cardiovascular care
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The American College of Cardiology announced today the appointment of Mohamad Alkhouli, MD, MBA, as the new editor-in-chief of JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions. Alkhouli brings to the journal an internationally reco more
Ericsson Earns Two Global Product Leadership Recognitions in Enterprise 5G WWAN and In-Vehicle Network Infrastructure
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 21 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following statement on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Ericsson Earns Two Global Product Leadership Recognitions in Enterprise 5G WWAN and In-Vehicle Network Infrastructure
Company recognized for delivering secure, high-performance wireless connectivity through a unified platform that helps enterprises simplify operations, improve resilienc more
Experian Brings Personalised Credit Scores to ChatGPT in a UK First
COSTA MESA, California, Aug. 21 -- Experian, an information services company, posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Experian brings personalised credit scores to ChatGPT in a UK first
Upgraded Experian app in ChatGPT now shows users their personalised 1250 Experian Credit Score, score history and a breakdown of what goes into a credit score
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London: For the very first time, UK consumers can now access their personal Experian Credit Score within an AI platform, following more
Fujifilm to Showcase Its Production Print Innovations at PRINTING United Expo 2026
VALHALLA, New York, Aug. 21 -- Fujifilm North America issued the following news on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Fujifilm to Showcase its Production Print Innovations at PRINTING United Expo 2026
Fujifilm invites print providers to Booth #N6042 to experience dynamic solutions designed to help businesses "Make More" through expanded capability, efficiency, and growth
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HANOVER PARK, Ill. -- FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Business Innovation Division, today announced it will display the company's more
Gartner Says CFOs Must Pilot Governance First Before Scaling AI Agents
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 21 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following Q&A on Aug. 20, 2026, involving Director Analyst Alex Levine:
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Gartner Says CFOs Must Pilot Governance First Before Scaling AI Agents
As finance teams begin to deploy AI agents, CFOs face a critical decision between focusing on immediate returns or prioritizing governance and oversight. The risks and opportunities of AI agents are fundamentally different from previous more
Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary to Tech Policy Press: Taxing Tech in Age of AI Could Fund Human Rights
NEW YORK, Aug. 21 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following commentary by Sarah Saadoun, senior advisor on poverty and inequality, to Tech Policy Press:
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Taxing Tech in Age of AI Could Fund Human Rights
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Fears about the economic fallout of artificial intelligence have brought tax policy into the spotlight. Governments could find themselves desperate for more revenue to support millions of potentially laid off workers at exactly the same time that they are los more
Husted Meets With Ohio Job Creators, Business Leaders and Sportsmen in Marietta, Columbus, Delaware
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Husted meets with Ohio job creators, business leaders and sportsmen in Marietta, Columbus, Delaware
COLUMBUS - Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) visited the Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition Support Center in Marietta and met with members of the Columbus business community at the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. He also visited Black Wing Shooting Center in celebration of National Shooting Sports Month.
"The Ohi more
Independent Women's Voice: 'Take Me Back!' - New Back-To-The-Future-Inspired Ad Exposes DSA Socialist 'Decay'
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Independent Women's Voice, an organization that fights for policy solutions for women, posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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'TAKE ME BACK!': New Back-To-The-Future-Inspired Ad Exposes DSA Socialist 'Decay'
Independent Women's Voice brings the false promises of socialism to life, and shows Americans what happens when the slogans become reality.
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As Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)-backed candidates gain momentum across the country, radic more
Indiana University Media School: Grad Student Khamadi Publishes Study on Integrating AI Into Journalism Curriculum
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Indiana University Media School issued the following news:
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Grad student Khamadi publishes study on integrating AI into journalism curriculum
Doctoral student Shitemi Khamadi co-authored "Examining generative artificial intelligence integration in journalism education: Insights from journalism educators in Kenya." (https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/14648849261459719) The study examines how journalism educators in Kenya use and perceive gen more
Innovation Leaders to Gather at GET Forum 2026 to Strengthen Latin America and the Caribbean's Entrepreneurial and Investment Ecosystems
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Innovation Leaders to Gather at GET Forum 2026 to Strengthen Latin America and the Caribbean's Entrepreneurial and Investment Ecosystems
The IDB Group's flagship event to take place on October 5-7 in Ecuador.
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Leaders from the global entrepreneurial ecosystem will gather in Quito, Ecuador, from October 5-7 for GET Forum 2026, the Inter-American Development Bank Group's (IDB more
Johns Hopkins: What Would It Take to End Child Sexual Abuse?
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 21 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release:
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What Would It Take to End Child Sexual Abuse?
Preventing CSA requires challenging our misconceptions, understanding where current approaches fall short, and investing in strategies that can work to keep kids safe.
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An estimated 20% of all children in the U.S. will experience child sexual abuse (CSA) or attempted CSA, either online or offline, before they turn more
Managed Funds Association Issues Letter to Rep. Waters
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSletter) -- The Managed Funds Association issued the following letter to Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee:
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Here is the text of the letter:
August 14, 2026
The Honorable Maxine Waters
Ranking Member
Committee on Financial Services
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
Re: Request for Information on AI Risks and Modernization in Financial Services
Dear Ranking Member Waters:
Managed Funds more
Michigan Medicine: More Teens are Using AI - What Parents Should Know
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 21 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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More teens are using AI: What parents should know
As more teenagers turn to tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork, a pediatrician shares what to watch for--and how kids can use AI wisely
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As artificial intelligence tools become more accessible, more teens are turning to them for academic help--and parents should be paying attention, experts say. more
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine: ARPA-E Plays Unique and Valuable Role in Energy Innovation and Should Be Reliably Funded, Says New Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release:
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ARPA-E Plays Unique and Valuable Role in Energy Innovation and Should Be Reliably Funded, Says New Report
Congress should continue to provide reliable funding for the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy, as it plays a unique and valuable role in the nation's energy innovation ecosystem, says a new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering more
Public Citizen, 36 Organizations Issue Letter to Senate Homeland Security & Government Affairs Committee, Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSletter) -- Public Citizen, with 36 organizations issued the following letter to Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee and Senate Judiciary Committee:
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Here is the text of the letter:
August 11, 2026
Chairman Chuck Grassley
Ranking Member Dick Durbin
Senate Committee on the Judiciary
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Chairman Rand Paul
Ranking Member Gary Peters
Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs
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Close the Commercial Data Broker Loophole by Passin more
Public Citizen, 36 Organizations Issue Letter to Senate Judiciary, Homeland Security & Government Affairs Committees Leadership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSletter) -- Public Citizen issued the following letter with 36 organizations to the Senate Judiciary and Homeland Security and Government Affairs committee leadership:
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Here is the text of the letter:
August 11, 2026
Chairman Chuck Grassley
Ranking Member Dick Durbin
Senate Committee on the Judiciary
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Chairman Rand Paul
Ranking Member Gary Peters
Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs
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Close the Commercial Data Broker Loophole by Passing t more
Qualcomm Appoints Sergio Buniac as Executive Vice President and Group General Manager, Mobile, Compute, and Personal AI
SAN DIEGO, California, Aug. 21 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Qualcomm Appoints Sergio Buniac as Executive Vice President and Group General Manager, Mobile, Compute, and Personal AI
Qualcomm Incorporated today announced the appointment of Sergio Buniac as executive vice president and group general manager of Mobile, Compute and Personal AI, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., e more
Sabre Appoints Experienced Travel Technology Executive Derek Sharp to Lead Growing Lodging, Ground and Media Business
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Aug. 21 -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Sabre appoints experienced travel technology executive Derek Sharp to lead growing Lodging, Ground and Media business
Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) today announced the appointment of Derek Sharp as Senior Vice President, Lodging, Ground and Media, where he will lead one of the company's key growth initiatives. His appointment comes as Sabre broadens the travel options available th more
Saint Louis University to Hold Conference on AI and Autonomous Supply Chain
HILLSBORO, Missouri, Aug. 21 -- St. Louis University issued the following news:
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Saint Louis University to Hold Conference on AI and Autonomous Supply Chain
The one-day event is hosted by SLU's Center for Supply Chain Excellence
By Maggie Rotermund
ST. LOUIS - Saint Louis University's Center for Supply Chain Excellence will host its third Tech-Chain conference, "Generative AI, Agentic AI, and the Road to the Autonomous Supply Chain," on Friday, Oct. 30, at SLU's Busch Student Center.
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SAS and AWS Bring New Insights to AI Enterprise Conference 2026
CARY, North Carolina, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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SAS and AWS bring new insights to AI Enterprise Conference 2026
Leaders from both companies to discuss AI, trust and governance alongside breaking research
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SAS, a global leader in data and AI, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) will join forces at the AI Enterprise Conference to tackle the topic dominating nearly every AI conversation: trust, h more
Sedgwick Appoints Jason Rogers Managing Director, Carrier & Captive Solutions
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 21 -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sedgwick appoints Jason Rogers Managing Director, Carrier & Captive Solutions
Sedgwick, the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, has appointed Jason Rogers as Managing Director, Carrier & Captive Solutions.
In this newly created role, Rogers will lead Sedgwick's work across captives, insurance carriers, MGAs (Managing General Agents more
Sedgwick: U.S. Recall Volume Exceeds One Billion Units in 2026
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 21 (TNSrep) -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Recall Volume Exceeds One Billion Units in 2026
The Sedgwick Product Safety and Recall Index finds H1 recall events held steady while unit volume surged to near record highs
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The volume of U.S. products recalled is on pace to exceed one billion units in 2026 after reaching 941.2 million units in the first half of the year. According to more
Stanford University School of Medicine: Can a Short Animation Change How People View Addiction?
STANFORD, California, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news:
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Can a short animation change how people view addiction?
Might stigma around drug and alcohol use disorder be lessened by a short video starring animated fish? Early signs indicate yes.
By Laura Fraser
Social stigma - judgment from employers, neighbors, clinicians and family - is one of the main reasons why only one in 10 of the roughly 400 million people worldwide with alcohol o more
Syracuse University Issues Q&A: ISchool Professor Earns State Award for Work in Classroom
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 20, 2026, involving Preeti Jagadev, professor in the School of Information Studies:
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Q&A: iSchool Professor Earns State Award for Work in Classroom
Preeti Jagadev says listening to student feedback each semester has transformed how she runs her courses.
Dialynn Dwyer
Preeti Jagadev always knew she wanted to be an educator. That passion carried her from India to a postdoctoral position at the University more
Texas A&M Engineering Researcher Receives Amazon Research Award
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 21 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Texas A&M researcher receives Amazon Research Award
The Amazon Research Award provides Arash Noshadravan with funding and resources to develop a reliable AI inspection platform that accelerates inspections of vital infrastructure.
By Justin Agan, Contributor
Visual inspection is vital to maintaining the safety of critical bridges, energy systems and civil infrastructure, yet more
Three Binghamton University Professors Win Prestigious NSF CAREER Awards
BINGHAMTON, New York, Aug. 21 -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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Three Binghamton University professors win prestigious NSF CAREER Awards
More than $1.8 million in funding will be used to pursue research in robotics, materials science, and urban planning
By Chris Kocher
Three Binghamton University faculty members have received more than $1.8 million in National Science Foundation CAREER Awards to pursue groundbreaking research in robotics, materials science, and urban more
U-M Researchers Use AI to Help Set Record-setting Sensitivity in Search for New Physics
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 21 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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U-M researchers use AI to help set record-setting sensitivity in search for new physics
The team is harnessing the power of machine learning to analyze data from a particle physics experiment testing our fundamental understanding of the universe
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Is the universe as stable as we think it is?
That's one of the big questions that particle physicists worldwide are preparing to answer with the more
University of Arkansas: Arkansas Materials Institute to Advance Materials Science
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 21 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
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Arkansas Materials Institute to Advance Materials Science
The University of Arkansas is launching a new research institute to advance the future of materials science and engineering.
By combining leading-edge research, innovative degree programs and world-class facilities, the Arkansas Materials Institute will transform materials research into real-world solutions for industry, society and the stat more
University of Houston Report Predicts U.S. Electricity Demand Could Rise 32% by 2030
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 21 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Houston issued the following news:
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University of Houston Report Predicts U.S. Electricity Demand Could Rise 32% by 2030
UH Energy examines investments, emerging technologies and policy changes needed to expand the nation's electricity system
Key Takeaways
* A new University of Houston report expects U.S. electricity demand to increase by as much as 32% by 2030, driven in part by AI, data centers and the electrification of transpor more
Virginia Tech Sets Course for Human-centered AI Leadership
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech sets course for human-centered AI leadership
AI Futures Working Group develops universitywide vision statement to distinguish Virginia Tech in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
By April Goode
As artificial intelligence reshapes society, Virginia Tech's vision for AI is rooted in a simple belief: the true value of technology is determined by its ability to better serve humanity.
Through the lens o more
Washington and Lee Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news:
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W&L Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches
Twenty-eight new faculty and staff members are joining the university this year.
By Brian Laubscher
Washington and Lee University has welcomed 28 fixed-term faculty members, fellows and coaches to new positions across the College, the Williams School and the Law School this fall.
These new additions are:
* Emma Aldrich '22, Visit more
A 'breakthrough' to restore memory
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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A 'breakthrough' to restore memory
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In the late 1990s, a young Michael Kahana-then developing computer models of human memory-was invited to Harvard Medical School by a neurosurgeon friend to give grand rounds to the neurosurgery and neurology faculty. Afterward, he toured the ninth floor of Boston Children's Hospital.
"It was the most important professional moment of my life," says Kahan more
ACCT Recognizes CCM President Anthony J. Iacono as "2026 Chief Executive Officer for the Northeast Region"
RANDOLPH, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- County College of Morris posted the following news:
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ACCT Recognizes CCM President Anthony J. Iacono as "2026 Chief Executive Officer for the Northeast Region"
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County College of Morris (CCM) is proud to announce that Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of the college, has been named the 2026 Chief Executive Officer for the Northeast Region by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT).
ACCT's Regional Awards recognize the extraordinary contribu more
Army Azimuth: Vice Chief of Staff of the Army releases strategic direction for U.S. Army
FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following commentary:
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The Army Azimuth: Vice Chief of Staff of the Army releases strategic direction for U.S. Army
By Gen. Christopher C. LaNeve, 40th Vice Chief of Staff of the Army
Since 1775, the United States Army has defended our republic and carried the torch of liberty through suffering and sacrifice. From the frozen Delaware at Trenton to the bluffs of Normandy, the jungles of Guadalcanal, and the more
Barrett Introduces Bills to Protect Local Communities from Data Center Overreach
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Barrett Introduces Bills to Protect Local Communities from Data Center Overreach
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Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today introduced legislation to ensure every community in Michigan and across the United States maintains their autonomy over the decision-making process related to building a data center. Specifically, the two bills would protect local control by prohibiting the federal government from more
Beacom Bridge creates new pathway into DSU's M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
MADISON, South Dakota, Aug. 20 -- Dakota State University posted the following news:
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Beacom Bridge creates new pathway into DSU's M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
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MADISON, S.D. - Dakota State University is creating a new pathway into artificial intelligence for students whose undergraduate education may not have included computer science or advanced mathematics.
The Beacom Bridge to Artificial Intelligence is designed for career changers, working professionals, and graduates from non more
CES Asia Unveiled Expands to Hong Kong on the Road to CES 2027
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026:
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CES Asia Unveiled Expands to Hong Kong on the Road to CES 2027
As part of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair, the event serves as a bridge between Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem and CES's global network
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The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R), owner and producer of CES(R), announces an event at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair Autumn Edition - CES AsiaTM Unveiled more
CES Asia Unveiled Seoul Heads to KES on the Road to CES 2027
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 20 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Aug. 19, 2026:
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CES Asia Unveiled Seoul Heads to KES on the Road to CES 2027
With KEA, CES strengthens regional engagement and spotlights global innovation at KES
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The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R), owner and producer of CES(R), announces CES Asia(TM) Unveiled Seoul, in partnership with the Korea Electronics Association (KEA) during KES Oct. 13-16 at the COEX Convention more
Coleton Hast: Bridging technology and community to help preserve Taiwan's endangered languages
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Aug. 20 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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Coleton Hast: Bridging technology and community to help preserve Taiwan's endangered languages
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Every morning in New Taipei City, Taiwan, Brown University doctoral student Coleton Hast boards the subway, riding into another day of total language immersion.
Ahead lies a grueling schedule of intensive Mandarin Chinese study, one-on-one sessions, conversational practice with local language partners, hours more
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Aug. 20 -- CompTIA posted the following news release on Aug. 18, 2026:
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CompTIA SecAI+ earns ANAB accreditation, helping organizations build trusted AI cybersecurity capabilities
Independent accreditation helps organizations build AI security skills and strengthen workforce readiness
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CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral technology training and certifications, today announced that CompTIA SecAI+, its certification focused on the intersection more
Conduent Collaborates with Google Cloud to Expand Enterprise AI Strategy and Deliver GenAI-Powered eDiscovery Solution
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Aug. 20 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Conduent Collaborates with Google Cloud to Expand Enterprise AI Strategy and Deliver GenAI-Powered eDiscovery Solution
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Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a global technology-driven business solutions and services company, today announced it is expanding its enterprise AI strategy by collaborating with Google Cloud a more
How to See Eye to Eye With AI
LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 20 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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How to See Eye to Eye With AI
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Imagine directing a robot through a building in a conflict zone. Entering the structure would be too dangerous, and poor signal makes continuous video communication impossible. As a US Army teleoperator searching for mission-critical information, you piece together the fragments by asking the robot a series of spoken question more
Hudson Valley Community College: President Brophy Represents U.S. State Department Speaker Program in South Africa
TROY, New York, Aug. 20 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release:
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President Brophy Represents U.S. State Department Speaker Program in South Africa
Hudson Valley Community College President Dr. Michael Brophy visited South Africa this month as part of the U.S. Speaker Program, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Dr. Brophy delivered presentations and participated in discussions highlighting U.S. excelle more
IAB Brings CreatorFronts, Podcast Upfront, and PlayFronts Together for the First Time
NEW YORK, Aug. 20 [Category: Media] -- The Interactive Advertising Bureau issued the following news:
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IAB Brings CreatorFronts, Podcast Upfront, and PlayFronts Together for the First Time
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New York - August 20, 2026 - Today, IAB announced its September marketplace series, uniting the inaugural IAB CreatorFronts, with IAB Podcast Upfront and IAB PlayFronts into one of the most exciting and important weeks of the year.
Creator influence, community, and fandom are now the common thread d more
Kaptur Announces Over $1.8 Million in Awards for University of Toledo Advanced Scientific Research
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Kaptur Announces Over $1.8 Million in Awards for University of Toledo Advanced Scientific Research
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Toledo, OH -Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced three separate awards for research programs at the University of Toledo. The University's Department of Chemistry in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics will receive two aw more
KSU, Technovative AI sign pilot agreement with Moultrie Police Department for AI-powered behavioral health detection tool
KENNESAW, Georgia, Aug. 20 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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KSU, Technovative AI sign pilot agreement with Moultrie Police Department for AI-powered behavioral health detection tool
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Technovative AI, Inc. and Kennesaw State University today announced a pilot agreement with the Moultrie Police Department to deploy CaseFinder, an AI-powered behavioral health detection platform that analyzes police incident reports and 911 call more
LA Times Studios Bestows Pair of Awards Upon EisnerAmper
NEW YORK, Aug. 20 [Category: BizAccounting] -- EisnerAmper, a provider of audit, accounting and tax, advisory and outsourcing services, posted the following news:
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LA Times Studios Bestows Pair of Awards Upon EisnerAmper
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The renowned LA Times Studios has named EisnerAmper one of the "Top Firms in Los Angeles County" (by number of CPAs and accounting professionals) as well as named Paren Knadjian, the Partner-in-Charge of the firm's Los Angeles office, a "2026 Private Equity and M&A Vi more
NASA Hubs Awards $1.3M Grant to Colorado Space Institute at Arapahoe Community College
LITTLETON, Colorado, Aug. 20 -- Arapahoe Community College issued the following news:
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NASA Hubs Awards $1.3M Grant to Colorado Space Institute at ACC
CSI Designated as 1 of 7 Lead NASA Hubs Nationwide
Author: Jeff Duggan
The Colorado Space Institute (CSI) at Arapahoe Community College (ACC) has been awarded a $1.3 million grant from NASA's Aerospace State Hubs for Skilled Technical Workforce (NASA Hubs) program to strengthen Colorado's aerospace technician workforce over the next thre more
Optical Transport Equipment Market Grew 15 Percent Year-over-Year in 2Q 2026, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, Aug. 20 [Category: BizTelecommunications] (TNSrep) -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release:
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Optical Transport Equipment Market Grew 15 Percent Year-over-Year in 2Q 2026, According to Dell'Oro Group
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According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data more
Robert Meisel, retired Navy captain and California optometrist, to receive UWO Distinguished Alumni Award
OSHKOSH, Wisconsin, Aug. 20 -- The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh campus posted the following news:
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Robert Meisel, retired Navy captain and California optometrist, to receive UWO Distinguished Alumni Award
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Receiving a University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Distinguish Alumni Award is Robert Meisel, military veteran and former owner of optometry practices in Alpine, California.
Meisel earned a UW-Oshkosh bachelor's degree in psychology in 1969. In 1973, he earned his Doctor of Optometry fr more
Rowan engineer to accept 2026 Edison Patent Award
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, Aug. 20 -- Rowan University posted the following news:
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Rowan engineer to accept 2026 Edison Patent Award
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A Rowan University biomedical engineer will be honored this fall with a 2026 Edison Patent Award in the "Advanced Manufacturing" category, the Research & Development Council of New Jersey announced Tuesday. The awards are New Jersey's highest distinction for invention and innovation.
Vince Beachley, a professor in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering more
Six in 10 Leaders Bet Big on Robots. Only Four in 10 Are Ready.
SANTA CLARA, California, Aug. 20 [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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Six in 10 Leaders Bet Big on Robots. Only Four in 10 Are Ready.
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NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
* Six in 10 senior business and IT leaders, robotics specialists, government and healthcare officials expect their organizations to operate robot fleets within five years.
* Leaders predict full-sca more
SLB Helps Future Geoscientists Build Digital Skills Through AAPG Competition
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 20 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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SLB Helps Future Geoscientists Build Digital Skills Through AAPG Competition
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#Students use SLB's Delfi(tm) digital platform to analyze subsurface data and develop technical recommendations
Geoscientists are being asked to interpret more data, work across more disciplines and support decisions more quickly. For students preparing to enter the profession, a strong foundation in geo more
Technique evaluates reliability of imaging measurements used in medical decision-making
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Aug. 20 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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Technique evaluates reliability of imaging measurements used in medical decision-making
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But evaluating the reliability of these imaging tools can be challenging. In clinical settings, the true value of the item being measured -for example, the actual size of a cancerous tumor inside the body -is often unknown. That makes it hard to know if a given measurement tool works as intended.
To add more
Toyota Motor North America Announces Executive Change
PLANO, Texas, Aug. 20 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news:
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Toyota Motor North America Announces Executive Change
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PLANO, Texas (Aug. 20, 2026) - Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) today announced an executive change designed to drive continued growth, advance its commitment to vehicle electrification and prepare for the future of mobility.
Effective Sept. 8th, Niki Allen will join TMNA as chief information officer. She will lead Toyota's t more
TXST team develops more accurate way to evaluate road conditions
SAN MARCOS, Texas, Aug. 20 -- Texas State University issued the following news:
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TXST team develops more accurate way to evaluate road conditions
Kate Malazonia
Texas State University researchers are paving the way for smarter highway maintenance across Texas' 703,000 lane miles of highways. With continued Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) funding, a cross-disciplinary team led by Feng Wang, Ph.D., professor in the Ingram School of Engineering, and Jelena Tesic, Ph.D., associat more
U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance on Responsible Use of Education Technology in the Classroom
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance on Responsible Use of Education Technology in the Classroom
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Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) released new guidance to help states, school districts, educators, families, and education technology providers make informed decisions about the responsible use of technology in classrooms.
As technology increasingly plays a key r more
UNC-Greensboro Expert Weighs in on AI's Environmental Impact
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 20 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following Q&A involving Nir Kshetri, professor of management at Bryan School of Business and Economics:
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UNCG Expert Weighs in on AI's Environmental Impact
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Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to raise questions about energy consumption and water use, but Dr. Nir Kshetri believes people should keep an open mind about this powerful problem-solving tool. As the Charles A. Hayes Disting more
URI offering new programs for the 2026-27 year
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Aug. 20 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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URI offering new programs for the 2026-27 year
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KINGSTON, R.I. - Aug. 20, 2026 - Fall semester classes begin at the University of Rhode Island on Sept. 9, with the state's flagship public research university offering several new programs this academic year.
Among new undergraduate options, the University will offer bachelor's degrees in Environmental Arts and Humanities, Environmental Enginee more
Warnock Pushes Federal Reserve Chair to Include Labor in New Federal Reserve AI Task Force
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Warnock Pushes Federal Reserve Chair to Include Labor in New Federal Reserve AI Task Force
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Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock is calling on Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to include worker perspectives as the Fed assesses the implications of new technologies for the American workforce
All three individuals tapped to advise the Fed on artificial intelligence have financial ties to the in more
Washington University in St. Louis: Five trends shaping public health
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Aug. 20 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
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Five trends shaping public health
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Five powerful trends are reshaping public health, according to Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH: The world's population is getting older; the planet is getting warmer; more people are living in cities; trust in institutions is declining; and technology is advancing at extraordinary speed.
Any one would carry profound consequences for human health. The even greater ch more
Wilkes University: EXPLOR-NEPA Helps High School Students Build & Code Their Future
WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 20 -- Wilkes University issued the following news release:
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EXPLOR-NEPA Helps High School Students Build & Code their Future
High school students enjoyed a summer of AI, robotics and discovery through Wilkes University's EXPLOR-NEPA program
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Wilkes University's EXPLOR-NEPA (Experiential Learning for Artificial Intelligence-Driven Robotics in Northeast Pennsylvania) program is a new, three-year experiential learning initiative designed to give high scho more
Your Feedback in Action: 2026 Annual Member Survey Results
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 20 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, posted the following news:
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Your Feedback in Action: 2026 Annual Member Survey Results
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A member letter from President and CEO, Michael Ericson
Thank you for your continued partnership with FHLBank Chicago and for sharing your feedback through our 2026 Annual Member Survey and ongoing conversations throughout the year. As a member-owned cooperative, your perspecti more
500+ welcomed to Lynchburg at New Student Convocation
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news:
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500+ welcomed to Lynchburg at New Student Convocation
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The University of Lynchburg held its annual New Student Convocation on Wednesday morning, Aug. 19, on the Dell in front of Hopwood Hall.
Over the past week, more than 500 new students have arrived on campus. Of these, 419 are first-year students and 82 are transfers. The new students hail from 16 countries and 29 U.S. states.
In her first Conv more
A&T Launches 2026-27 School Year, Ascendant as a Research University
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news:
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A&T Launches 2026-27 School Year, Ascendant as a Research University
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A student researcher presents her work at a research symposium poster session.
EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Aug. 19, 2026) - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University starts what many believe will be a consequential new school year today with strong momentum as an exponential docto more
DEDHAM, Massachusetts, Aug. 19 [Category: BizConsulting] -- The ARC Advisory Group posted the following news release:
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AI-Powered Enterprise Asset Management Platforms Elevate Asset Intelligence and Enterprise Performance
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ARC Advisory Group research shows that modern Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems are evolving into strategic platforms for digital transformation. By combining traditional maintenance management with advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and analytics, they e more
Burke and Verve Announce Partnership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Business] -- The Insights Association posted the following news:
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Burke and Verve Announce Partnership
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Burke, Inc., a leading global decision intelligence consultancy, and Verve, global leaders in continuously updated client-proprietary synthetic customers, announced a strategic partnership to help organizations transform their data, customer knowledge, and organizational expertise into AI-enabled decision systems that provide faster, more confident answ more
Bustling Campus Greets Students for UC Merced's 21st Academic Year
MERCED, California, Aug. 19 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news:
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Bustling Campus Greets Students for UC Merced's 21st Academic Year
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The growing energy across campus is palpable as UC Merced prepares for its 21st academic year. Fall semester instruction begins Wednesday, Aug. 26, furthering the mission of one of the nation's top public research universities to provide knowledge and opportunity to a vibrant and diverse student body.
Orientation sessions an more
Court Blocks Trump-Vance Administration's Unlawful Overhaul of Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Court Blocks Trump-Vance Administration's Unlawful Overhaul of Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program
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Washington, D.C. -A federal judge today granted in part a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump-Vance administration's unlawful attempt to gut the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program (TPPP), a bipartisan-supported program that has helped drive down teen pregnancy rates for more than 15 years. more
Exercise Northern Viking Marks 75 Years of Defense Cooperation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Exercise Northern Viking Marks 75 Years of Defense Cooperation
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U.S. service members arrived in Keflavik, Iceland, yesterday, joining forces with the Icelandic Coast Guard and other NATO allies for the U.S. 6th Fleet's Exercise Northern Viking 2026.
Participating nations include Belgium, Denmark, France, Iceland, Norway, Poland and the U.S., alongside specialized assets and personnel assigned to the Allied M more
Flood monitoring system expands from research tool to critical community resource
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 19 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus posted the following news:
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Flood monitoring system expands from research tool to critical community resource
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By Arielle Stevenson, University Communications & Marketing
When heavy rain starts covering roads, Barnali Dixon wants residents to know where there is flooding before they get there.
She calls the idea, "WAZE for flooding."
"We have created WAZE for flooding, because this system all more
Gipson Rankin Appointed Interim Associate Dean
DURHAM, North Carolina, Aug. 19 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news:
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Gipson Rankin Appointed Interim Associate Dean
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North Carolina Central University School of Law has named Sonia M. Gipson Rankin interim associate dean for technology and innovation.
Gipson Rankin, who joined the NCCU School of Law faculty in August, teaches Torts I and leads the law school's Technology Law and Policy Center. She brings extensive experience at the intersection of law, tech more
Giving AI Agents the Keys? USC Engineers Develop Tools to Audit and Monitor AI Agents
LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 19 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Giving AI Agents the Keys? USC Engineers Develop Tools to Audit and Monitor AI Agents
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AI Agent Working Hard (Credit: MidJourney)
Today's artificial intelligence (AI) agents can help move files on your desktop, access computer passwords and even make decisions on their own, like a personal assistant. But with great power comes great responsibility -when A more
ICYMI: Sen. Schiff Says Trump Owns "Status Quo" While Democrats Are Focused on Affordability at POLITICO California Summit
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Sen. Schiff Says Trump Owns "Status Quo" While Democrats Are Focused on Affordability at POLITICO California Summit
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Sacramento, CA - In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) spoke at the POLITICO California Summit on his priorities for tackling the affordability crisis, including by addressing the housing shortage. Schiff also emphasized that Democrats should continue pu more
IFT to Host Webinar on Optimizing Food Innovation in the Age of AI
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 19 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The Institute of Food Technologists posted the following news release:
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IFT to Host Webinar on Optimizing Food Innovation in the Age of AI
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CHICAGO - August 19, 2026 - The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, is hosting a free webinar that will explore practical applications of AI across the food inno more
National cohort of founders brings community-driven health solutions to scale
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 19 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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National cohort of founders brings community-driven health solutions to scale
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DALLAS, Aug. 19, 2026 -The American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, today announced the 2026 national cohort for its EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator, supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation and MATTER, a Chicago -based health more
Preparing students for an AI-enabled future with ERA-NOVA
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 19 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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Preparing students for an AI-enabled future with ERA-NOVA
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As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms the way people learn, work, and communicate, educators are facing a new challenge: not whether AI belongs in classrooms, but how to prepare students to use it responsibly, ethically, and effectively. Education leaders from across Northern Virginia convened on George Mason University's Fairfax Camp more
Van Hollen, Colleagues Press for Transparency on Unprecedented Exchanges Between Federal Reserve Chair Warsh, President Trump
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Van Hollen, Colleagues Press for Transparency on Unprecedented Exchanges Between Federal Reserve Chair Warsh, President Trump
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Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), joined by Senators Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), called on Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh to publicly disclose his conversations with President Donald Trump, pushing Warsh more
Xerox Named a Leader in Quocirca's Print Security Landscape 2026
NORWALK, Connecticut, Aug. 18 [Category: BizPhotography/Optical Equipment] -- Xerox issued the following news release:
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Xerox Named a Leader in Quocirca's Print Security Landscape 2026
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Xerox today announced it has been positioned as a Leader in Quocirca's Print Security Landscape 2026, an independent assessment of the capabilities of leading print manufacturers in helping organizations address evolving cybersecurity risks across print and document environments. The recognition highlig more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Adult Protective Services - Background & Funding Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12917) by health and aging policy specialist Kirsten J. Colello.
Here are excerpts:
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Adult Protective Services: Background and Funding
Background
All 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories provide Adult Protective Services (APS) to address abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults. APS programs serve seniors and adults with disabilities by offeri more
China's One Belt, One Road Initiative - Economic Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11735) on Aug. 12, 2026, by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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China's One Belt, One Road Initiative: Economic Issues
The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) in 2013 launched an ambitious and multifaceted foreign economic policy initiative - One Belt, One Road - to more
Columbia River System Operations & the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 4)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49059) on Aug. 3, 2026, entitled "Columbia River System Operations and the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams."
The report is written by natural resources policy specialists Anna E. Normand and Pervaze A. Sheikh and research planning coordinator Erin H. Ward.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Congress has repeatedly debated how to operate and allocate resources from federal water resource more
Columbia River System Operations & the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 4)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49059) on Aug. 3, 2026, entitled "Columbia River System Operations and the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams:"
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Snake River Salmon and Steelhead Trout Populations Listed Under the ESA
The ESA was enacted to conserve species identified as endangered or threatened and their habitats./52 Three species of anadromous fishes listed under the ESA are currently more
Columbia River System Operations & the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 4)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49059) on Aug. 3, 2026, entitled "Columbia River System Operations and the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams:"
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Conserving and Restoring Snake River Fishes
Federal, state, local, and tribal stakeholders have conducted activities to conserve and restore Snake River salmon and steelhead trout. Most federal activities aimed at restoring salmon and steelhead more
Columbia River System Operations & the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams Topic of CRS Report (Part 4 of 4)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49059) on Aug. 3, 2026, entitled "Columbia River System Operations and the Future of the Lower Snake River Dams:"
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Litigation and Administration Actions Following the 2020 Record of Decision
After the action agencies issued the 2020 ROD, NWF and the other plaintiffs in existing litigation over Columbia River System operations filed an eighth supplemental co more
Constitutional Authority Statements & Repeal Legislation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13287) by legislative attorneys Dave S. Sidhu and Madeline W. Donley.
Here are excerpts:
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Constitutional Authority Statements and Repeal Legislation
To introduce a bill or joint resolution, House Rule XII requires Members of the House to attach a statement identifying the source of Congress's constitutional authority to enact such legislation, known as a Constitutional Au more
ESA Section 7 Consultation & Cooperative Federalism Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11470) by legislative attorney Cassandra J. Barnum:
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ESA Section 7 Consultation and Cooperative Federalism
Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) requires federal agencies to consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) or the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) (together, "the Services") in advance of agency activities with the potential to impa more
FY2027 NDAA - Active Component End-Strength Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12728) on Aug. 12, 2026, by defense policy analyst Nicholas M. Munves.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2027 NDAA: Active Component End-Strength
Background
In accordance with 10 U.S.C. Sec.115(a), Congress sets the maximum size of the active component of the Armed Forces annually, typically in a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The active component comprises the full-time more
FY2027 NDAA - Reserve Component End-Strength Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12727) on Aug. 12, 2026, by defense policy analyst Nicholas M. Munves.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2027 NDAA: Reserve Component End-Strength
Background
In accordance with 10 U.S.C. Sec.115(a), Congress sets the maximum size (i.e., end-strength) of the active and reserve components of the Armed Forces annually, typically in a National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Congress a more
MQ-25 Stingray - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12972) on Aug. 12, 2026, by defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger.
Here are excerpts:
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MQ-25 Stingray: Background and Issues for Congress
Introduction
The U.S. Navy is developing a carrier-based uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) to perform aerial refueling and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The MQ-25 Stingray, if the system is fielded as more
Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12352) by health policy analyst Nora Wells:
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Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)
Information technology (IT), or the use of devices such as computers to handle electronic data, has existed for decades, but it has only recently become accessible to many Americans in a health care context. The federal government has tasked the Office of more
SBA's Manufacturing in America E2G Grant Initiative Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12726) on Aug. 12, 2026, by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin:
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Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Manufacturing in America E2G Grant Initiative
In May, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a new round of funding for the Manufacturing in America E2G Grant Initiative (MAGI). The 2026 round expands a program introduced in 2025 and appear more
Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 - Background, Impact & Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49058) on July 31, 2026, entitled "The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 - Background, Impact, and Issues" by social policy analyst Zhe Li.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (SSFA; P.L. 118-273), signed into law on January 5, 2025, repealed two provisions in the Social Security Act: the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Pr more
Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 - Background, Impact & Issues Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49058) on July 31, 2026, entitled "The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 - Background, Impact, and Issues:"
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Impact
This section discusses the impact of the SSFA on existing and prospective beneficiaries who would otherwise have been affected by the GPO or WEP, as well as its effects on the solvency and administration of Social Security, railroad retirem more
Supreme Court Says Negligence Suits Against Military Contractor Operating in a Combat Zone Are Not Preempted Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11469) by legislative attorney Andreas Kuersten:
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Supreme Court Says Negligence Suits Against Military Contractor Operating in a Combat Zone Are Not Preempted
On April 22, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court decided the case Hencely v. Fluor Corp. This case involves a former servicemember (Winston Tyler Hencely) who sued a military contractor (Fluor) under South Carolina la more
Taiwan Presidents' U.S. Transit Visits Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12371) on Aug. 12, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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Taiwan Presidents' U.S. Transit Visits
Introduction
Since 1994, five sitting presidents of self-governing Taiwan, which also calls itself the Republic of China (ROC), have undertaken a combined 30 trips abroad that have included transit stops in the United States. U.S. policy has more
U.S.-China Tariff Actions Since 2018 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12990) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-China Tariff Actions Since 2018: An Overview
Since 2018, the U.S. government has imposed a series of tariffs on imports from the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) with the stated intention of addressing U.S. concerns about PRC trade practices and foreign policies. Since 2025, t more
Afro-descendants of Latin America - Selected Resources Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11790) by senior research librarian Carla Y. Davis-Castro.
Here are excerpts:
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Afro-descendants of Latin America: Selected Resources
The United Nations (UN) estimates that approximately "200 million people identifying themselves as being of African descent live in the Americas." Congress has long demonstrated interest in the status of Afro-descendants abroad through its le more
Federal Rental Assistance & Affordability Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12824) by housing policy specialist Maggie McCarty.
Here are excerpts:
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Federal Rental Assistance and Affordability
Housing is generally considered affordable if it costs a household no more than 30% of their income; households who pay more are considered cost-burdened. About half of U.S. renters are cost-burdened and the lowest-income renters have the highest cost burden more
HUD's FY2026 Continuum of Care Program Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (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
Legacy Restoration Fund for Deferred Maintenance - 119th Congress Reauthorization Bills Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12729) by natural resources policy specialists Laura B. Comay and Carol Hardy Vincent:
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Legacy Restoration Fund for Deferred Maintenance: 119th Congress Reauthorization Bills
The Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA; P.L. 116-152) established the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF; 54 U.S.C. Chapter 2004), with dedicated funding to address deferred mai more
Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IF12809) by public finance analyst Nicholas E. Buffie:
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The Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit
P.L. 117-169, commonly known as the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA), enacted a tax credit for the production of component parts and critical minerals used in clean energy equipment. The credit is referred to as the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit or more
U.S.-Mexico Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11175) by international trade and finance analyst Danielle M. Trachtenberg.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Mexico Trade Relations
The 119th Congress is engaged in a range of legislative and oversight activities related to trade policy toward Mexico, which in 2025 was the largest U.S. trading partner in total trade (exports plus imports) of goods and services. Mexico's proximit more
Wildland Fire Smoke, Air Quality & Health Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12730) by natural resources policy analyst Alicyn R. Gitlin and environmental policy analyst Omar M. Hammad:
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Wildland Fire Smoke, Air Quality and Health
Wildland fire smoke is a complex mixture of gases and fine particles produced by burning materials during wildland fire events that temporarily degrades air quality over long distances, creating health concerns and decreas more
Alien Terrorist Removal Court Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13285) by legislative attorney Amin Aminfar:
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The Alien Terrorist Removal Court: A Brief Overview
On July 16, 2026, the Alien Terrorist Removal Court of the United States (ATRC) issued its first order since it was established by Congress in 1996. The court's order indicated that the government had, the previous day, filed an application to remove an alien terrorist, the fi more
Identifying Minors Online Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47884) on July 28, 2026, entitled "Identifying Minors Online" by Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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SUMMARY
Concerns about potential harms to minors on the internet, particularly on social media platforms, have grown in recent years. Dating to the 1990s, policymakers have enacted legislation seeking to protect minors online, some of which create requir more
Identifying Minors Online Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47884) on July 28, 2026, entitled "Identifying Minors Online:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Policy Considerations for Legislation
Multiple bills introduced in the 119th Congress seek to increase protections for minors online by creating new or amending existing requirements for website operators. Some of these bills would require certain operators to implement age verification methods more
Office of Personnel Management's Request to Collect Claims Data From Federal Employees Health Benefits Carriers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13285).
The white paper is written by legislative attorney Wen W. Shen, health care financing specialist Ryan J. Rosso and health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata:
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The Office of Personnel Management's Request to Collect Claims Data from Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Carriers
On December 12, 2025, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) published a notice to more
Second Amendment at the Supreme Court: Challenges to Federal Gun Laws Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11108) by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu:
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The Second Amendment at the Supreme Court: Challenges to Federal Gun Laws
Ratified in 1791, the Second Amendment provides, "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." For over two hundred years, the Supreme Court remai more
Social Security Administration's FY2027 Annual LAE Appropriation Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49047) on July 28, 2026, entitled "The Social Security Administration's (SSA's) FY2027 Annual LAE Appropriation: In Brief" by income security specialist, William R. Morton.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Introduction ... 1
Background on SSA ... 1
Overview of the Annual LAE Appropriation ... 1
FY2027 Budget Requests for the Annual LAE ... 2
Commissioner of Social Security ... 2
Presid more
Artificial Intelligence in Health - Overview of Selected State Liability Frameworks Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11467) by legislative attorneys Wen W. Shen and Jennifer A. Staman:
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Artificial Intelligence in Health: Overview of Selected State Liability Frameworks
A variety of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are increasingly used for various health care or related purposes. These purposes include core clinical health care functions such as the diagnosis and treatment more
Child Welfare - Purposes, Federal Programs & Funding Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10590) by social policy specialist Emilie Stoltzfus.
Here are excerpts:
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Child Welfare: Purposes, Federal Programs, and Funding
The Work of Child Welfare Agencies
Children depend on adults - usually their parents - to protect and support them. The broadest mission of public child welfare agencies is to strengthen families so that children can depend on their families to more
Defense Primer - U.S. Space Force Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12610) by defense policy analysts Jennifer DiMascio and Hannah D. Dennis.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: U.S. Space Force
The U.S. Space Force, established by Congress in 2019 (P.L. 116-92, Sec.952), is one of the six branches of the Armed Forces. According to Title 10, Section 9081, of the U.S. Code, "The Space Force shall be organized, trained, and equipped to - (1 more
Federal Brownfields Program - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49055) on July 31, 2026, entitled "Federal Brownfields Program: Background and Issues for Congress" by environmental policy analyst Lance N. Larson.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA; 42 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.9601 et seq.) provides the federal framework for the cleanup of contaminated sites for which the federal govern more
Federal Brownfields Program - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49055) on July 31, 2026, entitled "Federal Brownfields Program - Background and Issues for Congress:"
(Continued from part 1 of 2)
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History of Brownfields Appropriations
This section provides a history of annual appropriations for the federal Brownfields program beginning in the early years of the pilot initiative in FY1993 through FY2002 and continuing as a codified program in CERCLA more
Reserve Component Duty Statuses - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49056) on July 31, 2026, entitled "Reserve Component Duty Statuses: Background and Issues for Congress" by defense policy analyst Nicholas M. Munves.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Reserve Components (RCs) of the Armed Forces (the Army National Guard, Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve, and Coast Guard Reserve) largely consist of per more
U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement - Labor Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11308) by international trade and finance specialists Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs and Danielle M. Trachtenberg:
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USMCA: Labor Provisions
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) entered into force in 2020 (P.L. 116-113), replacing the 1994 North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Concerns among some Members of Congress about the protection of worker rights and enforceabi more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
12 U.S. Senate Members Urge Interior Department to Retain Fiscal and Landowner Protections Under 2024 Leasing Rule
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20240
The Honorable Steve Pearce
Director
Bureau of Land Management
U.S Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum and Director Pearce,
We write to ex more
26 U.S. House Members Oppose BLM Proposal to Roll Back 2024 Oil and Gas Leasing Regulations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
The Honorable Steve Pearce
Director
Bureau of Land Management
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum and Director Pearce,
We write to more
26 U.S. House Members Urge BLM to Maintain 2024 Waste Prevention Rule to Protect Natural Resources and Public Health
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
The Honorable Steve Pearce
Director
Bureau of Land Management
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum and Director Pearce,
We write to more
AAOMS Urges CMS to Exempt OMS-Owned ASCs From EHR Reporting Requirements to Improve Access and Reduce Barriers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 17, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010.
Submitted online via www.regulatons.gov
RE: Code CMS-1850-P Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and more
American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists Urge CMS to Recognize Medication Management Services in Behavioral Health Payment Reforms
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Re: Medicare Program; Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System; CY 2027 Proposed Rule
Dear Administra more
American Ophthalmology Association Urges Clarification on Medicare Billing for Eye Exams and Intravitreal Injections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Suite 400 20 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20001-6701
Tel: 202.737.6662 Fax: 202.737.7061 www.aao.org
June 22, 2012
Dr. Peter Budetti Deputy Administrator, Program Integrity Mr. Marc Hartstein Deputy Director, Hospital and Ambulatory Group Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 2 more
Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen Employees Urge Preservation of Training Standards Amid Proposed Certification Rescission
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 14, 2026 (via online at regulations.gov) Administrator David A. Fink U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE Washington, D.C. 20590 RE: Docket Number FRA-2022-0020, Certification of Signal Employees; Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Comments of the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen
The Brotherhood of more
Cedars-Sinai Co-Director Skaggs Urges CMS to Increase Payment Rate for BoneMRI Technology to Improve Patient Access
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
David L. Skaggs, MD, MMM
Co-Director, Spine Center
Director, Pediatric Orthoapaedics
Executive Vice Chair, Department of Orthopaedics
Professor of Orthopaedics, Pediatrics, and Neurosurgery
Email: David.Skaggs@csmc.edu
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
444 S. San Vicente Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-423-6666
August 15 more
CND Life Sciences: Medicare Reconsideration Sought for Separate Billing of Syn-One Test to Improve Access for Neurodegenerative Disease Diagnosis
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
CND Life Sciences | 9165 E Del Camino Dr, Suite 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85258-4381 | cndlifesciences.com
August 18, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1850-P Mail Stop C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
R more
Conservation Alliance Urges DOI to Withdraw Proposed Oil and Gas Leasing Rule and Maintain 2024 Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary of the Interior
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street, NW
Washington, DC 20240
The Honorable Stevan Pearce
Director, Bureau of Land Management
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street, NW
Washington, DC 20240
Re: Proposed Oil and Gas Rule - Docket N more
Coral Desert Surgery Center Administrator Nielson Calls on HHS to Expand Medicare Procedure Billing Flexibility
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
8-18-26
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
CMS-1850-P
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Via online submission at https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/CMS-2026-2344-0002
Re: CMS-1850-P-Medicare Program: more
Eastern Shore Pharmacy Urge CMS to Allow Contracted Staff for Remote Monitoring Services
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: CMS-1848-P - Proposed requirement that RPM/RTM services be furnished only by clinical staff employed by the billing practice
Dear Administrator:
I am Steve Gifford, pharmacist and owner of Eastern Shore Pharmacy, an independent community pharmacy in Fairhope, Alabama. I am writing to oppose the proposed restriction th more
Healthcare Providers Urge CMS to Preserve Reimbursement for Modifier 25 to Ensure Continuity of Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
To whom it may concern,
I am writing to express my concern regarding the proposed 2027 CMS reimbursement changes affecting the use of Modifier 25 and to respectfully ask that you consider the potential impact these changes could have on patients and access to quality healthcare.
In dermatology, physicians and advanced p more
Imperative Care: Medicare Payment Policy Should Reflect Resource Needs for Neurovascular Thrombectomy Experts Urge
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 18, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Re: CMS-1850-P - Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System: Calendar Year 2027 P more
Independent Gastroenterology Practice Warns Proposed Medicare Rule Threatens Access and Sustainability
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
I write on behalf of Wilmington Gastroenterology Associates, an independent Gastroenterology practice with 7 physicians serving patients in Wilmington, North Carolina, and as a member of the North Carolina Independent Practice Physicians Association (NCIPPA), a coalition of independent medical practices across the state. I more
Japan Business Machine & Information System Industries Association Opposes Proposed Rule Requiring Disclosure of All Real Parties in Interest in Ex Parte Reexamination
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
United States Patent and Trademark Office
37 CFR Part 1
Docket No. PTO-P-2025-0545
RIN 0651-AD94
Requirement To Identify All Real Parties in Interest to a Third Party Request for an Ex Parte Reexamination
Agency: United States Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Commerce.
Comments Close: more
Japan Intellectual Property Association Urges USPTO to Reconsider Rules Requiring Disclosure of All Real Parties in Interest in Ex Parte Reexamination
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1 JAPAN I NTELLECTUAL P ROPERTY A SSOCIATION
August 20, 2026 Steven Fulk, Legal Advisor Nicole Haines, Senior Legal Advisor Office of Patent Legal Administration Office of the Deputy Commissioner for Patents United States Patent and Trademark Office
Re: JIPA Comments on Requirement to Identify All Real Parties in Interest more
Jiffy Knee LLC Urge CMS to Reconsider Proposed RVU Cuts and Global Package Revaluations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Jiffy Knee(R) | Physician Advocacy
Page 1 of 2
August 13, 2026
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
Submitted electronically to Docket No. CMS-2026-2377
RE: CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule - Major Joint Arthroplasty, Global Surgical more
LEVEL Healthcare Solutions Oppose CMS Proposed Restrictions on Remote Monitoring and Reimbursement Cuts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
AUGUST 11, 2026
The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
RE: Comments to C more
Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Urges NOAA to Approve South Carolina Red Snapper Fishing Permit
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
NOAA Fisheries
Southeast Regional Office
263 13th Avenue South
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
RE: Support for South Carolina Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permit - Docket No. NOAA-NMFS-2026-2245
On behalf of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, I write in strong support of the South Carolina Department more
Ohio State University Professor Kraft Urges CMS to Revise Allergen Immunotherapy Dose Definition
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 11, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 CMS Online submission link
Re: CMS-1848-P-CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; CPT Code 95165
Dear Administrator Oz:
I am a practicing allerg more
Pennsylvania Medical Society Urges CMS to Reconsider Medicare Physician Payment Cuts and Policy Changes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- 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 C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services ATTN: CMS-1848-P PO Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: Medicare Program; CY 2027 PFS final rule; CMS-1848-P
Dear Dr. Oz,
On behalf of the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) we appre more
Photonics Industry Seeks NAICS Classification to Better Reflect Its Growing Economic Impact
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Photonics has been around since the 1960's, leading to significant advancements in multiple industries that include semiconductors, medical sciences, diagnostics and telecommunications.
In Arizona, New York, Florida, Colorado and other states, hundreds of companies engaged in photonics research, develop and advance the t more
Phraxis Urges CMS to Approve Pass-Through Payment for Innovative EndoForce Device to Improve Dialysis Vascular Access
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard,
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Re:
Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems, etc.; Proposed Rule more
PTAAARMIGAN Criticizes USPTO for Bypassing Statutory and Procedural Requirements in Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
MAILING: P.O. BOX 590372, NEWTON MA 02459
E-MAIL: PTAAARMIGAN@PTAAARMIGAN.ORG
August 18, 2026
Via Regulations.gov
Steven Fulk and Nicole Haines
Office of Patent Legal Administration
Office of the Deputy Commissioner for Patents
United States Patent and Trademark Office
P. O. Box 1450
Alexandria, VA 22313-1450
Re more
Svolgere Group Urges FinCEN and Regulators to Limit Customer Identification Requirements for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
SVOLGERE GROUP
Government Affairs & Public Policy . Denver, Colorado . svolgeregroup.com
Docket:
FINCEN-2026-0101 . Document FINCEN-2026-0101-0001
Matter No.:
RIN 1506-AB74
Date:
August 19, 2026
Submitted by:
Alessandra Desiderio, Principal, Svolgere Group
Re: Comment on the Proposed Rule, Permitted Paym more
Tangirnaq Native Village Opposes FAA Proposal to Waive Environmental and Tribal Consultation Protections
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket No. FAA-2026-8614
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Commercial Space Licensing: General Waiver of Environmental and Related Statutory Requirements
Submitted by:
Tangirnaq Native Village
Federally Recognized Tribal Government
218 Center Ave Suite C
Kodiak AK 99615
Submitted on: [Date of Submission]
Re: Opposition more
ThoroughCare Inc.: CMS Faces Opposition to Remote Monitoring Restrictions and Reimbursement Cuts in Proposed 2027 Policy
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 11, 2026
The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
RE: Comments to C more
WildEarth Guardians: EPA Faces Opposition Over Proposal to Eliminate Public Participation in Minor Source Air Permitting
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-1212
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov and email
Re:
Minor New Source Review Program Air Permitting Public Participation
Requirements for State Implementation Plans, 91 Fed.Reg. 41591 (July 7, 2026)
WILDEA more
Wisconsin Credit Unions Support Proposed Customer Identification Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Wisconsin Credit Union League 1 East Main Street, Suite 101, Madison, WI 53703-5109 Phone: (608) 640-4040 (800) 242-0833 Fax: (262) 549-7722 Web: www.theleague.coop
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
August 19, 2026
Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks Secretary of the Board National Credit Union Administration 177 more
Tipoffs: Iran
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Breaking - Cook Political Report Shifts Texas and Iowa Senate Races Toward Democrats, Declares Senate Control a Toss-Up
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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BREAKING: Cook Political Report Shifts Texas and Iowa Senate Races Toward Democrats, Declares Senate Control a Toss-Up
Race raters at the Cook Political Report shifted the Texas and Iowa Senate races to Toss-Up today as Republicans' "sagging candidates" contend with a "sizable voter enthusiasm gap" - making "the overall battle for the Senate [...] a tossup." Now, it is more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Republican Corruption Creates Major Midterm Liabilities for GOP Senate Candidates
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Republican Corruption Creates Major Midterm Liabilities for GOP Senate Candidates
With less than three months until the midterm elections, new reporting highlights how Democratic candidates are taking on corruption, which is "shaping up to be a major campaign battlefront."
Across the country, voters are expressing anger and concern about "the elite and the wealthy... more
DNC: Shot/Chaser - Wright Assured Americans Gas Prices Could Fall Under $3 by Summer, Now Says "I Don't Know The Future"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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SHOT/CHASER: Wright Assured Americans Gas Prices Could Fall Under $3 by Summer, Now Says "I Don't Know The Future"
SHOT: Energy Secretary Chris Wright promised in March that gas prices could be back under $3 per gallon by summer...
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Wright in March: "There's a very good chance" gas would be back under $3 a gallon by summer.
CHASER: ...Wright this week said, "I don't know the more
Treasury Increases Sanctions on Hizballah and Targets Network Smuggling Millions in Cash for Hizballah
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on Aug. 20, 2026:
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Treasury Increases Sanctions on Hizballah and Targets Network Smuggling Millions in Cash for Hizballah
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating 10 individuals that are part of a network responsible for transferring cash to Hizballah. The network utilizes couriers travelling on commercial airline flights between Lebanon, more
UNICEF Spokesperson Elder Issued Remarks on the Closure of Hundreds of Health and Nutrition Facilities in Somalia as the Country's Child Crisis Deepens
NEW YORK, Aug. 21 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) Spokesperson James Elder issued the following following remarks at a press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva on the closure of hundreds of health and nutrition facilities in Somalia as the country's child crisis deepens:
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This is a summary of what was said by UNICEF Spokesperson, James Elder, to whom quoted text may be attributed - at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva
more
Washington and Lee Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news:
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W&L Welcomes New Fixed-Term Faculty, Fellows and Assistant Coaches
Twenty-eight new faculty and staff members are joining the university this year.
By Brian Laubscher
Washington and Lee University has welcomed 28 fixed-term faculty members, fellows and coaches to new positions across the College, the Williams School and the Law School this fall.
These new additions are:
* Emma Aldrich '22, Visit more
Buy now or wait? Best practices for securing next year's farm inputs
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 20 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Buy now or wait? Best practices for securing next year's farm inputs
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As the months turn from late summer into fall, many farms start to look ahead to not only harvest but also purchasing next year's farm inputs. A common question asked is: Are farm input prices better now, or should you wait to make a purchase until spring?
Answering that question pres more
Center for American Progress: Trump's War With Iran Is a Quagmire as Six-Month Anniversary Approaches
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSbrep) -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release:
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Trump's War With Iran Is a Quagmire as Six-Month Anniversary Approaches
At the six-month mark of an irresponsible war of choice in Iran, the Trump administration has become mired in a Middle East quagmire it can neither win nor easily exit, according to a new analysis from the Center for American Progress.
So far, Iran has emerged as the strategic victor. The longer the Trump administra more
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Sociological] -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws posted the following news release:
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Clinical Trial: Plant-Derived CBD Extract Improves OCD Symptoms
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Tehran, Iran: The daily use of plant-derived CBD oral extracts mitigates symptoms in patients diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), according to randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial data published in the journal Annals of Indian Psychiatry.
Iranian investiga more
Himes Leads Financial Services Dems in Introducing Bill to Bar Social Media Companies from Selling Advance Access to Government Information
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Himes Leads Financial Services Dems in Introducing Bill to Bar Social Media Companies from Selling Advance Access to Government Information
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Washington, D.C. -Today, Representative Jim Himes (CT-04), a senior member of the House Financial Services Committee (FSC), introduced the No Preferential Release of Federal Information for Transactions (NO PROFIT) Act, a bill that would bar social media comp more
Human Rights Watch: West Bank - Israel-Backed Settler Violence Drives Displacement
NEW YORK, Aug. 20 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news:
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West Bank: Israel-Backed Settler Violence Drives Displacement
* Escalating Israeli settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank have fully or partially displaced 107 communities since January 2023 alongside unprecedented settlement expansion.
* Settlers responsible for attacks operate with the financial, material, and legal backing of the Israeli state. Attacks by armed settlers often occur more
In the Fifth "Eye on Debt" Report: IMF Continues to Overlook Egypt's Structural Economic Imbalances
CAIRO, Egypt, Aug. 20 [Category: Environment] (TNSrep) -- The Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights issued the following news release:
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In the Fifth "Eye on Debt" Report: IMF Continues to Overlook Egypt's Structural Economic Imbalances
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The Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR) today released the English edition of the latest report in its "Eye on Debt" series. The report analyzes the International Monetary Fund's findings from the fifth and sixth reviews of the Extended Fun more
Iran: New bill would criminalise interaction with 'hostile' foreign media
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Aug. 20 [Category: Media] -- The International Federation of Journalists posted the following news release:
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Iran: New bill would criminalise interaction with 'hostile' foreign media
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On 16 August, Iran's parliament approved the general framework of a new bill that would criminalise interaction with foreign media outlets considered 'hostile' and would impose severe restrictions on international contact. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) strongly conde more
Mike Johnson Calls Trump's Rubber Stamp Republicans "Commonsense." REALLY?!
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Mike Johnson Calls Trump's Rubber Stamp Republicans "Commonsense." REALLY?!
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Republicans are trying a flawed pivot 75 days out from the election
After Trump's approval rating fell to an ALL TIME low in a new Reuters poll, Mike Johnson is desperately trying to shift the narrative, calling his flawed vulnerable House Republicans and disastrous recruits "commonsense, problem-solvin more
New Report Shows Health Care Premiums Doubled for Over 200,000 Washingtonians Thanks to Trump and Republicans' Health Care Cuts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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New Report Shows Health Care Premiums Doubled for Over 200,000 Washingtonians Thanks to Trump and Republicans' Health Care Cuts
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Washington, D.C. -Today-over a year after Republicans passed the largest health care cut in history in their Big Ugly Bill-U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after a new report found Tru more
Ohio Families Face Record Gas Prices Thanks To Jon Husted-Backed War
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 20 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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Ohio Families Face Record Gas Prices Thanks To Jon Husted-Backed War
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WHIO: 'It rose so fast;' August gas prices reach record highs in Ohio as crude oil costs climb
COLUMBUS, OHIO -New reporting shows Ohioans continue to see record gas prices -all thanks to the endless war in Iran that Jon Husted has continuously voted to support. The average price of gas has hit $4.17 in Ohio, which is up 20 cents from l more
On First Day of School, Congresswoman Pettersen Leads 6 Democratic Members in Calling Out Donald Trump for Skyrocketing Costs Families Are Paying During Back-to School Season
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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On First Day of School, Congresswoman Pettersen Leads 6 Democratic Members in Calling Out Donald Trump for Skyrocketing Costs Families Are Paying During Back-to School Season
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LAKEWOOD - On the first day of school in Jefferson County, Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led an effort with six Democratic Members directly calling out Donald Trump for the impacts his tariffs are having on more
RELEASE: Senator Hassan and Intervale Small Business Owners Discuss the Impact of Rising Costs Due to President Trump
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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RELEASE: Senator Hassan and Intervale Small Business Owners Discuss the Impact of Rising Costs Due to President Trump
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INTERVALE - U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan and Intervale small business owners this week discussed the ways in which President Trump's tariffs and illegal war with Iran are challenging small businesses across New Hampshire.
Senator Hassan met with Ragged Mountain Outdoor Equipm more
Scalise: House Republicans Have Put Money Back In Working Families' Pockets
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: House Republicans Have Put Money Back In Working Families' Pockets
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This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News' Fox & Friends to discuss President Trump's decisive actions against Iran and its allies and how President Trump's leadership has decimated Iran's military, economy, and ability to build a nuclear weapon. Additionally, Leader Scal more
Scalise: House Republicans Have Put Money Back In Working Families' Pockets
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise: House Republicans Have Put Money Back In Working Families' Pockets
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WASHINGTON, D.C.-This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News' Fox & Friends to discuss President Trump's decisive actions against Iran and its allies and how President Trump's leadership has decimated Iran's military, economy, and ability to build a nuclear weapon. Additionally, Leader Scal more
Sens. Cruz, Kaine Lead Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Sanctions on Nicaragua
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Sens. Cruz, Kaine Lead Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Sanctions on Nicaragua
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) introduced the Restoring Electoral Fairness and Opposition Rights through Mandates for Accountability Act. This bipartisan legislation imposes sanctions on Nicaraguan officials for abuses that undermin more
Sherman Joins Financial Services Dems in Introducing Bill to Bar Social Media Companies from Selling Advance Access to Government Information
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Sherman Joins Financial Services Dems in Introducing Bill to Bar Social Media Companies from Selling Advance Access to Government Information
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) joined Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) and fellow Democratic members of the House Financial Services Committee (FSC) in introducing the No Preferential Release of Federal Information for Transactions more
University of Salford: British Inflation is Rising Again - What Does It Mean for Your Wallet?
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, Aug. 20 -- The University of Salford issued the following news:
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Expert comment: UK inflation is rising again - what does it mean for your wallet?
In light of UK inflation rising to 2.9% in July and further above the Bank of England's 2% target, University of Salford's macroeconomic expert, Dr Maria Paola Rana, shares her thoughts. Maria explains what the rise means for household budgets, the cost of living and the Bank of England's interest rate decision nex more
VoteVets Endorses Callie Barr for Congress in Michigan's First District
PORTLAND, Oregon, Aug. 20 [Category: Political] -- VoteVets issued the following news release:
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VoteVets Endorses Callie Barr for Congress in Michigan's First District
Today, VoteVets announced its endorsement of Callie Barr in Michigan's First Congressional District. Barr won the Democratic nomination on August 4th and will face Republican Rep. Jack Bergman in the November 3rd general election.
"Callie Barr has spent her life taking care of a wounded Marine and fighting for the familie more
EN SUS PROPIAS PALABRAS: Greg Cunningham es demasiado extremo para Nuevo Mexico
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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EN SUS PROPIAS PALABRAS: Greg Cunningham es demasiado extremo para Nuevo Mexico
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Han sido unas semanas decisivas para Greg Cunningham, demostrando lo extremo, insensible, y desconectado que esta de las familias de Nuevo Mexico.
En sus propias palabras, Cunningham ha dejado claro que siempre respaldara a Trump y a MAGA. El tambien apoya una guerra fallida aunque las familias pague more
Peterson Foundation Statement on National Debt Passing $40 Trillion
NEW YORK, Aug. 19 -- The Peter G. Peterson Foundation posted the following news release:
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Peterson Foundation Statement on National Debt Passing $40 Trillion
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Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, commented today as the U.S. national debt surpassed $40 trillion. Peterson said:
"For the millions of Americans concerned about affordability, let's start by asking Washington to take notice that the national debt just hit $40 trillion. It's shocking that we've doubl more
Van Hollen, Colleagues Press for Transparency on Unprecedented Exchanges Between Federal Reserve Chair Warsh, President Trump
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Van Hollen, Colleagues Press for Transparency on Unprecedented Exchanges Between Federal Reserve Chair Warsh, President Trump
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Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), joined by Senators Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), called on Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh to publicly disclose his conversations with President Donald Trump, pushing Warsh more
