WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity (AAAED) recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), expressing strong opposition to proposed changes regarding agency information collection activities related to disability data. The letter highlights concerns that these changes could undermine essential job protections for individuals with disabilities. Founded in 1974, AAAED  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Catherine Heroy, federal program manager at Alaska Department of Natural Resources, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management urging the department to proceed with the rescission of the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The state commended the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for reconsidering the policy, stating the 2024 Rule was incompatible with Alaska's legal, cultural, and land management framework. The sta  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA), Rosemont, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the draft guidance on the "Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain." This letter highlights important considerations that the AANA believes should be addressed in the guidance to ensure effective chronic pain management. The AANA, representing over 69,000 members who are Certified Registered Nu  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Brandon Buchanan, director of regulatory affairs at the American Bus Association (ABA), has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior addressing potential improvements to visitor services within the National Park Service (NPS). The ABA, a national trade association representing the bus and tourism industries, emphasized the importance of enhancing access and visitor enjoyment in America's national parks, which are significant destinations for  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Association for Diagnostics and Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) has issued a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advocating for a robust regulatory framework aimed at managing medical devices that incorporate artificial intelligence (AI). The organization's communication emphasizes the importance of aligning quality assurance mechanisms in clinical laboratory testing with the evolving landscape of AI technologies. ADLM highlighted that U.S. clin  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- BlueRibbon Coalition (BRC), Pocatello, Idaho, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) addressing various opportunities for improving services on NPS lands and waters. The BRC emphasizes the need for increased recreational access while maintaining ecological balance across federally managed public lands. In the letter, BRC advocates for the reopening of Rincon Road, which is highlighted as a historical route that has been closed for decades  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Center for Disability Inclusion Inc., Boystown, Nebraska, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) expressing concern over the proposed revisions to information collection requests related to the self-identification of disability and utilization goals under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The letter, submitted in response to a request published in the Federal Register, urges the agency to maintai  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), Annapolis, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service, advocating for enhanced visitor services across national parks, especially in the Chesapeake Bay area. With a mission to protect the ecological health of the Bay, the CBF emphasized the important role that these parks play in connecting residents and visitors to vital natural resources. In their letter, the CBF undersco  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Complete College America (CCA), Indianapolis, Indiana, has expressed support for the U.S. Department of Education's proposed supplemental priority and definitions on meaningful learning opportunities. The national nonprofit, dedicated to increasing college completion rates, addressed its public comment letter to Secretary Linda McMahon, emphasizing the importance of academic rigor and meaningful learning for all students, especially those historically underserved in postse  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Continental Divide Trail Coalition (CDTC), Golden, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) urging the agency to prioritize staffing levels to enhance the visitor experience in national parks. The coalition represents over 2,000 supporters across the nation and focuses on the preservation and promotion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST), which traverses significant scenic and cultural landscapes. In the le  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Center for Workplace Compliance (CWC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) advocating for the retention of Form CC-305 as part of its regulatory framework surrounding Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This proposal comes in response to OFCCP's recent notice which suggests eliminating the form altogether. CWC, a prominent nonprofit association committed to helping emplo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance of Climbers, Doylestown, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior detailing specific recommendations aimed at enhancing visitor services within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The letter was prompted by a request for information issued by the National Park Service, which seeks public input on ways to improve service delivery and management for park visitors. The climbers' organization e  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Financial Crime Intelligence and Insights Inc. (FCi2) has submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network advocating for improvements to the agency's information sharing protocols between government agencies and financial institutions. FCi2 highlighted the essential role that timely and secure information exchange plays in combating money laundering and financing of terrorism, emphasizing the need for modernization of Section 314(a) of the USA  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Global Detroit, Michigan, a nonprofit economic development organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing concerns regarding the proposed weighted selection process for H-1B visa applications. The organization argues that the new rule, which aims to prioritize higher-waged positions, may inadvertently diminish economic opportunities for international students and skilled workers, specifically in Michigan. The org  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH), Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing support for Secretary McMahon's proposed supplemental priority focused on meaningful learning opportunities. As a leading education technology and learning company, HMH emphasizes the importance of providing all students with access to high-quality, research-based instructional materials and assessments. The organization commends the   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Institute for Workplace Equality has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs at the U.S. Department of Labor urging the agency to reconsider its proposal to eliminate the collection of voluntary self-identification information from applicants and employees regarding their disability status. The proposed changes follow the invitation for public comments published in the Federal Register on August 25, 2025, drawing signific  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Marin County (California) Board of Supervisors has issued a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS), highlighting issues related to visitor services at the county's federal parklands. The NPS's recent Request for Information aims to gather input as part of an effort to enhance the visitor experience through strategic improvements. Marin County is home to three prominent national parks-the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA), Point Reyes Natio  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding its proposed priority and definitions on meaningful learning opportunities. As an organization dedicated to supporting the needs of gifted and high-ability learners, NAGC expressed appreciation for the Department's focus on rigorous learning experiences but urged for more explicit recognition of gifted students in proposed policies. In th  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The National Park Hospitality Association (NPHA) has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) addressing the need for enhancements to visitor services across the National Park System. The letter was a response to a request for information published by NPS seeking insights aimed at improving the delivery and management of services provided to park visitors. The NPHA, representing concessioners who deliver a wide array of visitor services, emphas  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- NuScale Power LLC, Corvallis, Oregon, has issued a public comment letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission regarding its draft regulatory issue summary on combined license review performance and reporting. The letter was prompted by a notice published in the Federal Register on Sept. 3, 2025, inviting feedback on the draft document. In the communication, NuScale outlines several key points for the NRC to consider. The organization emphasizes the importance of clarity a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP), St. Paul, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration regarding its draft guidance on the Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain. The organization expressed gratitude for the FDA's efforts to decrease opioid reliance in chronic pain management while urging the agency to enhance specific aspects of its guidance. PROP emphasized the importance of requiring functional im  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Poulsbo (Washington) Mayor Rebecca Erickson has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service regarding Docket No. NPS-2025-0037, emphasizing the importance of stable staffing and funding for improving visitor services. The letter highlights the city's strategic position as a gateway to the Olympic National Park, which plays a vital role in driving local and regional economic activity. Poulsbo serves as a critical juncture for many travelers heading to th  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Chandra Rosenthal, director of Rocky Mountain Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER), Silver Spring, Maryland, has addressed a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) urging the agency to retain and fully implement the Public Lands Rule, also known as the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. Adopted in 2024, this rule aims to enhance BLM's multiple use mission by safeguarding land health and resilience. The Public Lands Rule is ge  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Safari Club International (SCI) has submitted a public comment letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service urging the agency to approve applications for importing sport-hunted bontebok from South Africa. The organization, which represents approximately 100,000 members, believes that regulated hunting plays a crucial role in the conservation efforts for the bontebok species and fosters economic incentives for habitat protection. In its letter addressed to the federal agency, S  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Safari Club International (SCI) submitted a public comment letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the agency's Policy for Evaluation of Conservation Efforts When Making Listing Decisions (PECE). In its communication, SCI expressed support for the PECE, asserting that it aligns with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and provides a structured framework to evaluate conservation endeavors that have yet to yield measurable results. However, SCI also highlighted areas   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Sierra Club, Oakland, California, has issued a public comment letter to the National Park Service regarding its request for information under Executive Order 14314, titled "Making America Beautiful Again by Improving Our National Parks." The organization emphasizes the importance of keeping national parks public, accessible, and inviting to all, drawing on over a century of advocacy to protect these vital lands. In its letter, the Sierra Club outlines several prioriti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Mountaineers, a nonprofit outdoor education and conservation organization in Seattle, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) advocating for enhanced visitor services across national parks. The organization expressed longstanding commitment to protecting outdoor experiences and community involvement in the management of public lands. In the letter, The Mountaineers emphasized their deep-rooted connection to the national par  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Tonix Pharmaceuticals, Chatham, New Jersey, a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for central nervous system disorders, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing support for the agency's draft guidance regarding the development of non-opioid analgesics for chronic pain. The draft guidance, announced September 11, 2025, seeks to modernize the approach to drug development targeting this pressing health is  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Trust for Public Land, San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) in response to its request for information on "Improving Visitor Services in National Parks." The organization emphasized that the national parks are vital not only as natural landmarks but also as reflections of America's history and cultural identity. In its letter, the Trust for Public Land outlined its mission to create parks and protect land,  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Association for the Study of Pain (USASP), Annapolis, Maryland, representing approximately 1,000 pain researchers and clinicians, has issued a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its Draft Guidance for Industry on the development of non-opioid analgesics for chronic pain. The association commends the FDA's balanced approach to promoting safe alternatives to opioids while emphasizing the need for guidance that reflects the comp  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Pain Foundation, West Hartford, Connecticut, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration in response to the agency's draft guidance on the development of non-opioid analgesics for chronic pain. The foundation, which advocates for individuals affected by chronic pain, emphasizes the urgent need for effective treatment options amid ongoing concerns surrounding opioid prescriptions. In the letter, the foundation expresses appreciation f  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Daniel J. Clauw, chronic pain and fatigue research center director at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency's draft guidance for the development of non-opioid analgesics for chronic pain. The letter addresses several critical issues with the proposed classifications and treatment approaches outlined in the FDA document. The academic applauded the agency's official recogni  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Redge B. Johnson, director of Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office at the Utah Department of Natural Resources, Salt Lake City, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) expressing support for enhancing visitor services at the nation's national parks. The letter highlights the necessity of balancing park preservation with appropriate access, investment, and flexibility, especially in light of Executive Order 14314, which emphasizes improvi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Washington Trails Association (WTA), Seattle, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Park Service (NPS) advocating for improved visitor services in light of significant staffing challenges faced by the agency. The letter, submitted through the agency's public comment portal, addresses the urgent need for NPS to bolster its workforce and enhance accessibility to national parks. In the correspondence, WTA emphasizes the vital role that federal employees play   more