WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The American Pistachio Growers (APG), Fresno, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the classification of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). In this letter, APG has strongly advocated for the exemption of pistachios from being labeled as ultra-processed, a classification they argue could mislead consumers regarding the health benefits of these nuts. APG, which represents over 850 members from farms primarily in Cal  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The Barry University School of Law Environmental and Earth Law Clinic, Orlando, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service urging for the finalization of a proposed rule to list the Southern Hognose Snake as a threatened species. This proposed action comes in response to the ongoing decline in this species' population, with the clinic emphasizing its vital role in the longleaf pine ecosystem. The Environmental and Earth Law Clinic ackno  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Concerned Women for America (CWA) has expressed support for proposed changes to sex-based terminology and procedures within the U.S. Department of Transportation's "Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs" (RIN 2105-AF28). In a public comment letter, the organization emphasized that these amendments are vital for maintaining the clarity of federal regulations in relation to the biological distinctions between men and women. CWA conveyed it  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Ex-Transportation Inspector General Eric J. Soskin submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice outlining critical feedback regarding its proposed rulemaking aimed at restoring firearms rights to individuals previously barred by federal law. This comment comes in the wake of a notice of proposed rulemaking issued by the DOJ on July 22, 2025, which intends to establish criteria for determining eligibility for relief from federal firearms disabilities.   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Fair Finance Watch (FFW), New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) expressing opposition to the application for chartering Bridge National Trust Bank. The organization raised concerns over the potential implications for community banking and compliance with existing regulations. FFW's letter highlights worrying claims that the proposed bank, associated with Stripe, is attempting to withhold fundamental policies   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The Foundation for Defense of Democracies has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce urging the agency to streamline and prioritize American artificial intelligence (AI) exports. The organization believes that this initiative presents a prime opportunity for the United States to reinforce its technological leadership over China while fostering innovation that can ensure global stability and prosperity. The letter outlines the unique advantages of  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- James Krieger, executive director of Healthy Food America, Seattle, Washington, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration regarding its request for information on Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs). The official contended that growing and convincing evidence linking UPF consumption to health harms is sufficient to merit regulatory and policy action to reduce exposure to these products. The academic stated that a large body of cross-sectional and prosp  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- JustLeadershipUSA (JLUSA), New York, and its national policy coalition JustUS Coordinating Council (JCC), have submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) urging the establishment of robust regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making systems. Highlighting the rapid adoption of AI, the letter emphasized the need for accountability and the inclusion of impacted communities in the regulatory framework.   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Strengthening Organic Systems LLC, Chico, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) addressing the critical need for improvements in residue testing in organic certification practices. The letter responds to the Compliance, Accreditation, and Certification Subcommittee's discussion document concerning regulatory review of Section 205.671 and unavoidable residual environmental contamination (UREC). SOS emphasizes the im  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- James Gifford, international taxation lawyer at Anaford Attorneys LLP, San Diego, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury in response to an advance notice of proposed rulemaking regarding the implementation of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act). The lawyer urged the agency to issue guidance on the federal estate tax treatment of payment stablecoins when held by non-U.S. pers  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence, Chicago, Illinois, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice concerning its notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) regarding the Application for Relief From Disabilities Imposed by Federal Laws With Respect to the Acquisition, Receipt, Transfer, Shipment, Transportation, or Possession of Firearms. Representing over 45 member organizations in the Chicagoland area, The Network focuses on protecting su  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- TRM Labs, San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury emphasizing the importance of a robust regulatory framework for stablecoins under the proposed Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. As a blockchain intelligence provider, TRM Labs advocates for a comprehensive approach that protects consumers while facilitating innovation in the digital asset space. The organization ar  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Brittany Lemmon, epidemiology PhD student from the University of California, Davis, has submitted a public comment letter emphasizing the need for the Food and Drug Administration to establish a clear regulatory definition for ultra-processed foods (UPFs). The letter supports the agency's Request for Information on UPFs, highlighting the critical role that these foods play in America's public health crisis. The letter outlines the overwhelming evidence linking UPFs to vari  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- UK Finance, London, England, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury regarding the implementation of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. The organization, which represents 300 firms in the financial services sector, emphasizes the importance of fostering cross-border cooperation as both the UK and the U.S. develop their regulatory frameworks for stablecoins. UK Finance highlights that the   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Maria Savasta-Kennedy, clinical law professor at University of North Carolina (UNC), Chapel Hill, and nine UNC Law Students have submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warning that the proposed rescission of the 2009 Green House Gas Endangerment Finding would undermine cooperative federalism and create marketplace uncertainty. The authors stated that ending federal regulation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions would contradict the agen  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Christopher J. Damman, clinical associate professor at the University of Washington, and Jason Ryder, adjunct professor at University of California, Berkeley, have submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) calling for a reconsideration of the criteria used to classify ultra-processed foods (UPFs). The letter outlines recommendations related to the definitions, implications, and nutritional aspects of these products, aiming to address ongoin  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The Viral Hepatitis Prevention Board (VHPB), Edegem, Belgium, has submitted a public comment letter to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) advocating for the continuous recommendation of universal hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns within the first 24 hours after birth. This policy, according to the organization, is critical for sustaining the advancements made towards the elimination of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections and its associated health   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- The White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts, Meeker, Colorado, have 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 Rule finalized in 2024. These local governments, governed by elected officials and tasked with conserving essential natural resources, emphasize the importance of balanced land management in a region where federal land policie  more