WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- A coalition of 23 former senior executives, field management employees, and national program leaders of the Bureau of Land Management has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging the agency to retain the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule that was finalized in June 2024. This rule, they argue, is vital for enhancing and protecting public lands across the United States. The letter, originating from over a dozen retired BLM officia  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Eight academic researchers engaged in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development and innovation with the Centering AI in Society and Ethics Initiative have submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) focusing on regulatory reform to foster innovation and ensure transparency in AI. In their letter, the researchers highlighted a commitment to advancing the U.S. position in AI while addressing public concerns regarding the technolog  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Abridge AI Inc., San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) regarding the agency's Request for Information (RFI) on regulatory reform for artificial intelligence (AI). The organization highlights the importance of clear regulatory guidelines to facilitate the development and integration of AI technologies in healthcare, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and streamline clinician workflows. Founded  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and Society of Family Planning, Denver, Colorado, have submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration urging the agency to reconsider its regulation of mifepristone. The organizations supplement their prior citizen petition to remove the Mifepristone Shared System Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy Program. They call for the agency to refrain fro  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and Society of Family Planning, Denver, Colorado, has filed a public comment letter opposing citizen petition FDA-2025-P-3288-0001 concerning the regulation of mifepristone by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In their correspondence, they request the agency to reject the citizen petition in its entirety while calling for an expansion of mifepristone's labeling to inc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- AI Progress, an organization dedicated to advancing the responsible development of artificial intelligence (AI), has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) advocating for the preservation of existing copyright law and its fair use doctrine in light of the growing need for AI innovation. The organization, which includes major tech companies such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft among its members, highlights that current feder  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The American Clinical Laboratory Association (ACLA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) concerning regulatory reform on Artificial Intelligence (AI) within healthcare. This correspondence comes in response to the OSTP's request for information, as outlined in the White House's AI Action Plan released on July 23, 2025. ACLA represents a national network of leading clinical laboratories that deliver critical diagnostic  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The American Psychological Association Services, Inc. (APASI) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) addressing urgent regulatory reforms concerning artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Recognizing the technology's potential to transform the sector, the organization emphasizes that without clear regulations, the adoption of beneficial AI is severely hindered. In its response, APASI highlights the positive impacts  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Arcadian Infracom, St, Louis, Missouri, a company specializing in artificial intelligence fiber infrastructure design and construction, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy addressing regulatory hurdles that hinder the deployment of essential fiber networks needed to support the rapidly growing demands of AI technology. In its letter, Arcadian Infracom emphasizes the critical role that fiber infrastructure plays in connectin  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Becton, Dickinson and Co. (BD), Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) advocating for essential regulatory reforms to enhance the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The company emphasized its commitment to innovation and better patient outcomes, acknowledging the current regulatory hurdles that obstruct the swift adoption of AI technologies across various sectors. In i  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Bennington Garden Club, Vermont, has expressed its opposition to the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) proposed rescission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, also known as the Public Lands Rule. This public comment letter highlights concerns not only from the Garden Club but also from its national affiliate, the Garden Club of America, which has been advocating for the conservation of the nation's public lands since 1913. The Public Lands Rule, enacted in   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Campbell County (Wyoming) Board of Commissioners has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging the rescission of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Conservation and Landscape Health Proposed Rule. The county's economic stability heavily relies on areas managed by the federal agency, including those for energy development, grazing, tourism, and recreation. The Commissioners expressed concerns over how the proposed rule would sub  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Plummer, Idaho, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management expressing opposition to the proposed recission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The letter emphasizes the importance of the existing regulations in promoting Tribal sovereignty and effective land management practices, particularly in relation to federal lands that significantly impact the Tribe's cultural and natural resources. In its communicatio  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Dee Kanejiya, founder and CEO of Cognii Inc., San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). The letter emphasizes recommendations for regulatory reforms on artificial intelligence as part of the ongoing U.S. AI Action Plan. Kanejiya highlighted the importance of establishing a robust quality measurement process for decision making in AI governance. He advocates for a system that prioritizes meritocr  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Continental Resources Inc., Oklahoma, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior supporting the proposed rescission of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The company asserts that the 2024 rule overstepped the agency's statutory authority and threatened responsible energy development on federal lands. In its communication to the agency, Continental emphasized the rule's potential to severely impai  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Copyright Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) addressing concerns regarding regulatory reforms that may impact the development, deployment, and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the U.S. The organization, representing over 2 million creators and 15,000 copyright-related entities, aims to ensure that proposed policies respect and uphold the foundational role of copyright in fostering  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation Center for Regulatory Freedom, Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) addressing concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. The letter highlights the need for reform to eliminate regulatory barriers that hinder innovation, particularly for small businesses in the AI sector. The CRF emphasizes the U.S. has historically thrived on a   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Ruth Vitale, CEO of CreativeFuture, Los Angeles, California, a nonprofit coalition advocating for the interests of the creative community, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) regarding the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for intellectual property protections. The letter underscores the urgent need for robust policy frameworks that balance AI innovation with necessary safeguards for  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- CTIA, the wireless communications industry association, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) advocating for the removal of regulatory barriers hindering the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI). The organization supports OSTP's Request for Information, which seeks to identify obstacles that slow the adoption of AI technology. In its letter, CTIA commended the OSTP for aligning its goals with the U.S.  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Export Group for Aerospace, Defence and Dual-Use (EGADD), Farnborough, United Kingdom, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security concerning proposed amendments to Export Administration Regulations. This letter follows the Bureau's interim final rule published on September 29, 2025, which seeks to strengthen end-user controls that are aimed at mitigating diversion risks associated with entities on the Enti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Thomas W. Krause, former solicitor at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) highlighting urgent reforms needed in the U.S. patent system to address the challenges posed by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Krause argues that the current patent framework, which grants 20-year monopolies to inventions, is incompatible with the rapid pace of AI  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Harney County (Oregon) Court has submitted a public comment letter advocating for the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to adopt its proposed "Rescission of Conservation and Landscape Health Rule." The county argues that the prior Conservation Rules, which aimed to enhance ecological value on federal lands, would have caused significant legal issues and disrupted the economic foundation of the local community. Harney County, the largest   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Christopher Herbert, managing director of the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to preserve the Rental Housing Finance Survey (RHFS), a crucial resource for understanding the nation's rental housing market. The organization emphasized that the RHFS offers invaluable data that are otherwise inaccessible, serving as a critica  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC) and Confidentiality Coalition have issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), advocating for regulatory reform concerning artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in healthcare. The organizations argue that existing federal rules and state laws significantly confound the development and implementation of AI, which they view as pivotal for enhancing patient care and operational efficien  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Istari Digital Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) highlighting barriers that federal statutes, regulations, and policies impose on the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. The company argues that these constraints hamper progress across various sectors, including defense, transportation, energy, and manufacturing. In the letter, Istari Digital outlines t  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) advocating for a robust regulatory framework governing artificial intelligence (AI) in health care. As the largest private integrated health care delivery system in the U.S., with over 12.6 million members, Kaiser Permanente is utilizing AI to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency. The organization emphasized the transformat  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Kawerak Inc., Nome, Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding its proposal to rescind the 2024 Bureau of Land Management Public Lands Rule. The organization is calling for a formal government-to-government Tribal Consultation on this critical issue. In its public comment letter, Kawerak, Inc. articulated strong opposition to the proposed rescission, emphasizing the negative implications it would have on Tribal interests  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The League of Credit Unions and Affiliates, Tallahassee, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) expressing support for the agency's proposed budget for 2026-2027. Representing 381 credit unions in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia, the League advocates for over 33.3 million members and assets totaling more than $465 billion. In the letter, the League commended the NCUA for its transparent budget process, par  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Lincoln County (Wyoming) Commission submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) expressing support for the agency's proposal to rescind the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, known as the 2024 Rule. The Commission highlighted that the 2024 Rule violated existing statutory requirements and argued that it was not necessary for the management of public lands. According to the letter, the Commission asserted that conservation efforts must  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Lucid Group Inc., Newark, California, an electric vehicle and technology company, has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy addressing current federal statutes, regulations, and policies perceived as barriers to the development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly in the realm of Automated Vehicles (AVs). Lucid has expressed its alignment with the administration's goals of driving U.S. leadershi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Motion Picture Association Inc. (MPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) emphasizing the necessity for regulatory reform to facilitate the development, deployment, and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the motion picture industry. The organization advocates for maintaining robust intellectual property protections as pivotal to foster innovation while safeguarding creators' rights. As a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- NACCO Natural Resources Corp., formerly known as the North American Coal Corp., Plano, Texas, has expressed support for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) as it proposes to rescind the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The public comment letter from NACCO contends that the previous rule disrupted the congressionally mandated balance in public land management by prioritizing conservation over other legitimate uses, including mineral development. The BLM's decis  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) addressing much-needed regulatory reforms related to artificial intelligence (AI) in the wholesale distribution sector. The organization emphasizes that the efficient deployment of AI technologies is crucial for enhancing service delivery and improving operational efficiencies across the $8 trillion industry. The NAW represe  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- OCHIN, Portland, Oregon, a national nonprofit health IT organization, issued a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) expressing its support for regulatory reform on artificial intelligence in healthcare. The organization emphasized the need for clear guidelines and robust infrastructure to facilitate responsible AI adoption, particularly in rural and low-resourced healthcare settings. In its correspondence, OCHIN lauded the Administra  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Oregon Cattlemen's Association (OCA), Salem, submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) expressing their support for the proposed rescission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule from 2024. The OCA, which advocates for ranchers operating on nearly 16 million acres of land in Oregon, contends that the 2024 Rule is unnecessary and contravenes established statutory requirements. The OCA raised concerns about the BLM's attempt to rede  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Outdoor Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging it to halt the complete rescission of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, also known as the Public Lands Rule. The coalition, which includes groups representing climbers, paddlers, mountain bikers, and coastal recreationists, argued that the rule provides much-needed adjustments to BLM policy that benefit outdoor recreation values a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- PainVox, Mountain View, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the agency's Draft Guidance for Industry on the Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain. The organization expresses appreciation for the FDA's efforts to innovate pain management approaches while offering specific recommendations aimed at enhancing the guidance's effectiveness. In its submission, PainVox emphasizes the importance of   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Pew Charitable Trusts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has issued a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) urging the agency to retain the Public Lands Rule and extend the public comment period for its proposed rescission. The organization emphasizes the importance of preserving the rule, which it believes provides essential guidance for managing the nation's public lands effectively. Pew's U.S. Conservation program actively collaborates with governm  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Chai Toh, CEO and chairman of the SAFE AI Foundation USA, Santa Clara, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) raising concerns regarding the regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI). The foundation's letter emphasizes the urgent need for the establishment of human-centered laws to manage the implications of fully automated AI products, highlighting a gap in existing legal structures that primaril  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Sarah L. Rudman, director of Santa Clara County (California) Public Health Department has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration regarding the Modified Risk Tobacco Product applications for ZYN oral nicotine pouches. The department aims to address the potential health risks associated with these products, particularly their impact on youth. In its recent communication, the Public Health Department highlighted the alarming statistics of youth  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Matthew K. Barnes, owner and rangeland scientist at the Shining Horizons Land Management LLC, Dolores, Colorado, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management advocating for the retention of the 2024 Public Lands Rule on Conservation and Landscape Health, which the current administration has proposed to rescind. The letter highlights the significance of the rule in fulfilling the agency's objectives under the Federal La  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Derek Wang, founder and CEO of Taalk.ai, Charlotte, North Carolina, a company specializing in AI-powered communications infrastructure, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy regarding regulatory reform on Artificial Intelligence. The executive argued that the nation's advantage in the global AI race depends on building principled and transparent infrastructure. The office had solicited information to guide its approach to AI g  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Texas Hospital Association (THA), Austin, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) advocating for regulatory reforms concerning artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Representing over 460 hospitals and health systems across Texas, THA highlights the need for a regulatory framework that prioritizes safety and efficacy while facilitating the adoption of AI technologies in clinical settings. In its letter, THA emph  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Joshua Moon, president and treasurer of the U.S. Internet Preservation Society, has issued a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) expressing concerns regarding a proposed regulation aimed at curbing discriminatory practices among financial institutions. The organization, representing its members and advocating for the rights of small online businesses, highlighted several critical shortcomings in the draft rule that, they argue, fail  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Utah Public Lands Alliance (UPLA), St. George, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management (BLM) urging for the full rescission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule (CLHR). With over 5,800 members, UPLA emphasizes that this regulatory measure threatens public access to the 22.8 million acres of BLM-managed lands in Utah, which millions rely on for outdoor recreation. The organization argues the CLHR e  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Valar Labs, Palo Alto, California, has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) detailing critical barriers impeding the deployment and adoption of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The letter raises significant concerns regarding the current system for issuing billing codes for laboratory tests, which the organization claims obstructs the advancement of AI lab technologies that could enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce heal  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Velatura Public Benefit Corp., Ann Arbor, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) highlighting barriers that hinder the effective integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the U.S. healthcare system. The organization emphasizes that outdated regulations are constraining innovation and consequently limiting the potential benefits of AI in improving health outcomes. In its correspondence, Velatura identi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Voices for Non-Opioid Choices submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration expressing support for the agency's draft guidance on the development of non-opioid analgesics for chronic pain. The organization, representing over 200 member organizations and tens of thousands of advocates nationwide, commended the FDA for its efforts to address the ongoing opioid crisis in the United States. In the letter, Voices highlighted the alarming increase in opi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Washington State Maritime Cooperative (WSMC), Seattle, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard expressing concerns regarding proposed changes to the Vessel of Opportunity (VOO) Program. The organization, which represents a network of vessels and oil spill response entities in Washington State, argues that new federal standards could undermine the effectiveness of oil spill responses in the region. In its correspondence, WSMC highlighted the signi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Washington State Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging the department to reject the proposal to rescind the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, often called the Public Lands Rule. The state official oversees 5.6 million acres of state lands and stated that federal-state collaboration, rooted in science and balanced land management, benefits shared  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Wiley, Hoboken, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) addressing the need for regulatory reform on artificial intelligence (AI). In the letter, Wiley praises the OSTP for initiating a dialogue surrounding responsible AI development, expressing its commitment to supporting a framework that promotes innovation while protecting intellectual property. According to Wiley, the current uncertainty surrounding the   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Wyoming County Commissioners Association (WCCA), Cheyenne, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging the federal agency to rescind the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The association, representing all twenty-three counties in Wyoming, expressed concerns that the regulation, aimed at enhancing land health, inadequately considered local coordination and existing land management partnershi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior emphasizing its support for the proposed rescission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. This rule, established in 2024, aimed to enhance ecosystem resilience on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. In its letter, the Department detailed concerns regarding the potential limitations that the existing rule may impose on its ability to ma  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA), Cheyenne, has voiced support for the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) proposal to rescind the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule finalized in May 2024. The organization, which has represented Wyoming's cattle industry since 1872, submitted a public comment letter to the BLM outlining its position on the rule, which it claims is inconsistent with federal law and detrimental to ranching operations in the region. In its comm  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, Portland, Oregon, an international non-profit dedicated to invertebrate conservation, has issued a public comment letter addressing the proposed rescission of the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, currently under review by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The organization firmly opposes the proposal, arguing that the rescission would undermine conservation efforts essential for protecting pollinator habitats   more