WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Accipiter Radar Corp., Orchard Park, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in response to the agency's Notice regarding proposed rules for drone operations outlined in the Federal Register. The letter provides feedback on the draft regulations under Parts 108 and 146, aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) within U.S. airspace. Accipiter, a company with nearly twenty years   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- James A. Sims, captain of the Alabama Association of Rescue Squads (AARS) Drone Taskforce, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) arguing the proposed Part 108 rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations would create an insurmountable regulatory and financial barrier for small, volunteer Public Safety Agencies (PSAs). Sims urged the agency to establish a separate, scaled-down compliance path for non-profit, volunteer o  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Arizona Attorney General Kristin Mayes issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposal to rescind its 2009 finding that greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles endanger public health. The Attorney General argues that this proposed action could have dire consequences for the state of Arizona and its residents. In the letter, the Attorney General emphasized that climate change poses a severe threat to Arizon  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Megan MacGarvie and Shulamit Kahn, professors from the Boston University, Massachusetts, have raised concerns in a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security about the agency's proposed rules that may limit the entry of foreign postdoctoral fellows into the United States. The professors, specialists in the economics of innovation, warn that changes listed in the proposed regulations could negatively impact critical research contributions from these sc  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Boulder County (Colorado) Sheriff's Office has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing concerns over the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. The comments highlight the unique challenges and operational needs faced by public safety agencies relying on unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in emergency situations. BCSO has emphasi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (CLPHA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing concern over the adequacy of Fair Market Rents (FMRs) for FY 2026 amidst rising rental costs. The non-profit organization, which advocates for public housing authorities across the country, highlights that despite HUD's efforts to incorporate private rental data, a persistent gap remains between proposed FMRs   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has expressed strong opposition to a proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that would impose a fixed four-year period of admission for F-1 international students. In a recent public comment letter, CSN outlined several concerns regarding the potential detrimental effects this regulation could have on both international students and U.S. educational institutions. The proposed rule would require international student  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Colorado Attorney General Philip Weiser has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) opposing the agency's proposal to roll back critical greenhouse gas vehicle standards and the 2009 Endangerment Finding. The letter expresses serious concerns regarding the potential negative impacts on public health, the environment, and Colorado's ongoing efforts to combat climate change. The letter details how climate change is already sign  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emphasizing that human activities are the primary drivers of greenhouse gas emissions. This assertion is based on extensive evidence presented throughout EPA's evaluations over the past 15 years, which support the regulation of these emissions as part of climate policy. The EDF letter outlines key evidence linking anthropogenic activities   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Adria L. Baker, founder and CEO of GEMS LLC, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urging the agency to remove its proposed rule that would eliminate the "duration of status" for F and J nonimmigrant students and replace it with a fixed time period of admission. The education consultant, citing work at various private and public universities, argued that imposing a restrictive four-year timeline is inaccurate, adds unnecessa  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association (IOGA), Boise, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) expressing strong opposition to the proposed full repeal of the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The organization, which represents licensed outfitters and guides reliant on predictable decision-making for special recreation permits (SRPs) and access to public lands, is advocating for targeted modifications to the rule rather th  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Interlynk, Menlo Park, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) regarding the agency's proposed "2025 Minimum Elements for a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)." The feedback comes as part of a deadline for public comments on October 3, 2025. As developers of open-source SBOM quality and management tools, Interlynk brings a practical perspective stemming from real-world experiences in managing software s  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Debbie Berkowitz, a fellow at the Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor, has submitted a letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emphasizing the urgent need for effective heat injury and illness prevention measures in outdoor and indoor work settings. The letter, which consisted of post hearing comments regarding the proposed rule, calls for the immediate finalization of the standards based on scientific evidence of their effective  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Kansas Agricultural Aviation Association (KAAA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) voicing concerns over a proposed rule that would grant unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) right-of-way over crewed aircraft that lack Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out equipment. KAAA, which comprises entities involved in aerial application and related operations, argues that the proposal neglects established aviation safet  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) outlining recommendations regarding the Fair Market Rents (FMR) for the Housing Choice Voucher Program and other related programs for Fiscal Year 2026. Established in 1933, NAHRO is a membership organization representing approximately 26,000 housing and community development professionals across the Unite  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR) has submitted a public letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) urging the nomination of Mary Zanter to the Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC). The letter highlights Zanter's extensive experience and dedication to pipeline safety, citing her significant contributions throughout her career. In the letter, NAPSR expresses its appreciation for the dedication shown by st  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The New York Times Co. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement expressing deep concerns about proposed changes to the I visa program for foreign journalists. The Department of Homeland Security's recent proposal aims to establish a fixed time period of admission and set an extension of stay procedure for foreign media representatives, a move that could significantly impact the ability of international reporters to cover U.S. aff  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Ohio State University has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that could significantly impact the recruitment and retention of international students and researchers. As a leading public research institution, Ohio State has expressed its commitment to comply with federal immigration regulations while promoting academic success. Ohio State's letter emphasizes serious concerns about  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration regarding proposed regulations for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The proposed rule aims to establish a new operational framework for safe and scalable UAS utilization, fostering innovation and economic growth. The Alliance, which represents over 1,700 members from the oil and natu  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation praising its proposed rule to add fentanyl to its drug-testing panel. In the letter, Marshall emphasized the critical need for this regulation to enhance safety across transportation sectors while aligning with standards from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The senator highlighted the alarming impact of fentanyl, noting that despite a decline in   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The South Dakota Board of Regents, Pierre, which oversees six public universities serving over 36,000 students, has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing concerns over proposed changes to the visa status of F-1, J-1, and I visa holders. In its letter, the Board emphasizes the invaluable contributions international students make to South Dakota's educational landscape. Currently, there are more than 2,100 international st  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Southern Marin Fire Protection District (SMFD), Sausalito, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), expressing significant concerns regarding the proposed regulations for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). The fire district asserts that the new requirements could hinder public safety operations that are essential for emergency response across southern Marin County, Califo  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Students United, Saint Paul, Minnesota, the advocacy body representing students from the seven Minnesota State Universities, has voiced strong opposition to recent proposed rule changes put forth by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The organization raised alarms over multiple aspects of these proposals, which threaten the academic flexibility and overall wellbeing of international students. In a public comment letter submitted to the DHS, Students United con  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Parachute Association (USPA), Fredericksburg, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations. Representing over 42,000 individual members, the organization aims to ensure that the National Airspace System (NAS) remains safe for all users, especially parachutists, who regularly  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University and College English Language Programs Consortium, Mississippi, has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing strong opposition to a newly proposed rule. The rule, published on August 28, 2025, intends to establish a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for nonimmigrant academic students, exchange visitors, and representatives of foreign information media. UCIEP argues that this propo  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing significant concerns regarding proposed regulatory changes affecting international students and scholars. The proposed rule, titled "Establishing a Fixed Time Period of Admission and an Extension of Stay Procedure for Nonimmigrant Academic Students, Exchange Visitors, and Representatives of Foreign Information Media," aims to implem  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University of Dayton (UD), Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding proposed changes to admission and extension of stay procedures for international students and exchange visitors. The institution argues that the new regulations could significantly hinder the academic journey of international students, exacerbate administrative burdens for educational institutions, and ultimately diminish the attractiveness of U.S  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University of New Hampshire (UNH), Durham, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to eliminate the "duration of status" (D/S) for F and J visa holders. This rule, which imposes fixed, date-specific admissions for international students and exchange visitors, has been identified as damaging to both academic integrity and the competitive edge of American high  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing strong opposition to a proposed regulation that would establish a fixed time period of admission for international students, exchange visitors, and foreign media representatives. The proposed rule, published on August 28, 2025, is known as DHS Docket No. ICEB-2025-0001. In its letter, the university recommends the complete withdrawal of t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Marcia Taylor, immigration compliance assistant vice president at the University of South Florida (USF), Tampa, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the proposed regulation to replace the long-standing duration of status policy for F and J non-immigrant students and exchange visitors. The letter argued that the plan to set fixed admission end dates would create unnecessary work for the federal government while undermin  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The University System of Maryland (USM) recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security voicing strong opposition to proposed changes regarding the duration of visas for nonimmigrant academic students, exchange visitors, and representatives of foreign information media. The institution's feedback underscores how these changes could severely impact international students and educational programs across the United States. According to U  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, has filed a public comment letter with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the proposed regulations under Docket No. ICEB-2025-0001, aimed at establishing a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for nonimmigrant academic students, exchange visitors, and representatives of foreign information media. In its letter, the university emphasized the paramount importance of international stud  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Webb Schools, Claremont, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing serious concerns regarding a proposed rule to eliminate the current "duration of status" (D/S) policy for international students. The letter emphasizes the vital role international students play in the educational environment and raises alarming implications for the future of these students in the U.S. The institution highlights that the pro  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Yale University Germanic Languages and Literatures PhD student Nicola Mazzotti has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing deep concerns over proposed regulations affecting international students' ability to pursue academic studies in the United States. The proposed rule, outlined in DHS Docket No. ICEB-2025-0001, seeks to establish a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for nonimmigrant academic   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Zeitivew, Santa Monica, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seeking revisions to its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Part 108. The letter highlights several concerns regarding the regulatory framework for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, urging the agency to make targeted refinements that support safe and economically viable commercial operations. In its comment, Zeitivew asserts that the currently  more