WASHINGTON, March 21 -- A coalition of 20 state attorneys general submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau expressing their opposition to proposed changes for the 2026 Operational Test, which is intended to support plans for the 2030 Census. The group argues that the adjustments threaten to undermine the accuracy and integrity of future census counts, particularly among historically undercounted populations. The comment letter addresses multiple issues raised by the Census Bu  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- A coalition of 42 health organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing concerns regarding proposed changes to regulations affecting access to medically necessary formulas and foods for individuals with gastrointestinal (GI) and inherited metabolic disorders. The letter highlights the essential role that specialized nutrition plays in the health management of patients suffering from these conditions. The p  more

ADRIAN, Michigan, March 21 -- Adrian College issued the following news release: * * * AC signs MOU with Church Educational System of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Adrian College and the Ann Arbor Institute of Religion, sponsored by Seminaries and Institutes of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on March 12 that allows certain religious education courses to transfer to Adrian College. Courses offered through the Church  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 20 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * AEP Ohio Partners to Bring $4.2B in New Electric Infrastructure in Appalachian Ohio Without Raising Customer Rates * GAHANNA, Ohio (March 20, 2026) -The U.S. Department of Energy, SB Energy and AEP Ohio today announced planned multi-billion-dollar investments in advanced digital and energy infrastructure to support data center growth and drive economic development in Appal  more

LANSING, Michigan, March 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Seeks to Slash DTE Rate Hike by 85% * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed testimony in DTE's latest natural gas rate hike case, urging an 85% reduction that could save Michigan ratepayers tens of millions of dollars. DTE filed its $237.5 million rate hike request with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) in November 2025, seeking to hike rates  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The American Network of Oral Health Coalitions (ANOHC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing opposition to a proposed exclusion of adult dental services from the Essential Health Benefit (EHB) framework under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This proposal has raised alarms among health advocates and organizations which argue that excluding adult dental services undermines the integration of oral a  more

WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: * * * Army accelerates advanced manufacturing with contracting award at Red River The Department of the Army has awarded a contract to Hadrian Automation Inc. in a significant move to accelerate advanced manufacturing capabilities. This is the first phase of an Advanced Automation Manufacturing project at Red River Army Depot in Texas. The initiative will establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Texarkana,   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 21 -- The American Telemedicine Association issued the following news release on March 19, 2026: * * * ATA ACTION LEADS STAKEHOLDER LETTER CO-SIGNED BY NEARLY 50 ORGANIZATIONS URGING MICHIGAN LAWMAKERS TO RESTORE MEMBERSHIP IN THE INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT (IMLC) AS THE MARCH 28 DEADLINE LOOMS WASHINGTON, DC - Today, 49 stakeholder organizations are urging the Michigan Legislature to take immediate action to pass legislation allowing Michigan physicians t  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, March 20 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Challenges EPA Rollback That Will Raise Gas Prices for North Carolina Families * EPA's own data shows the rollback will raise fuel prices and cost consumers $1.5 trillion RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general in challenging an EPA rollback that the agency's own analysis shows will raise fuel cost  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 20 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Secures Federal Court Order Protecting Gender Affirming Care * (Hartford, CT) - Attorney General William Tong and a coalition of 21 states and The District of Columbia yesterday secured a federal court order blocking an unlawful attempt by the Trump Administration to pressure healthcare providers into ending care for youth with gender dysphoria. The Cour  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Announces More Than $2 Million in Health Research Grants for Michigan State University * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today announced that Michigan State University will receive nearly $2.1 million in grants for medical research from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Specifically, five agencies within the National Institutes of Health awarded gran  more

DALLAS, Texas, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation for the Regions December 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Southwest Region - March 20, 2026 * * * Private industry employer costs for employee compensation among the four regions of the country ranged from $41.21 per hour in the South to $53.99 in the Northeast in December 2025, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. In the other two regions, hourly employer costs   more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR-Michigan Welcomes Court Ruling Allowing Lawsuit Against University of Michigan to Move Forward The Michigan chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI), a local chapter of the nation's largest Muslim Civil Rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed a decisive court ruling allowing a civil rights lawsuit against the University of Michigan to move forward, mar  more

LANSING, Michigan, March 20 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * California Man Charged with Conducting Large-Scale Gift Card Fraud Scheme * LANSING - Today, Sinjuan Song, 31, of Alhambra, California, was arraigned before the Honorable Todd Fox of the 51 st District Court in Waterford for allegedly conducting a large-scale gift card fraud scheme, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Song has been charged with one count of Conducting a   more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Census Quality Reinforcement Task Force has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau expressing concerns regarding the design of the 2026 Operational Test in support of the 2030 Census. The organization warns that the currently revised testing framework may severely compromise the integrity and efficiency of the upcoming census operations, potentially leading to inflated costs and decreased data quality. In its letter, the task force emphasizes the  more

WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSrep) -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on March 18, 2026, by nonresident senior fellow David J. Kostelancik: * * * A US Kosovo Pull-Out? The Wrong Move at a Bad Time Reports say Washington is considering the withdrawal of US forces from the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR), sparking pushback in Washington and across Europe. * Lawmakers from both parties in Congress, NATO allies, and regional governments responded to the report (h  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, March 20 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Center for Vein Restoration to Pay $4 Million to Resolve False Claim Allegations Arising from Billing Government Health Programs for Unnecessary Medical Procedures * (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General William Tong today announced Connecticut has joined with other states and the federal government to reach a $4 million settlement with CVR Management, LLC, resolving allegations t  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Shri Thanedar Speaks Out Against Trump's Homeland Security Secretary Nominee Markwayne Mullin * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Shri Thanedar, the Top Democrat on Homeland Security's Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Subcommittee, issued the following statement in opposition to Markwayne Mullin, Trump's recent pick to serve as the Secretary of Homeland Security. "Markwayne  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Tlaib, Carson Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr * Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI-12), and Andre Carson (D-IN-07) introduced a resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan. The Representatives extended their hope for peace and prosperity to Muslim communities celebrating, as well as  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The Dow Chemical Co. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the renewal of the Information Collection Request (ICR) concerning Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). In this letter, Dow expressed its concerns over the agency's current proposal and its potential administrative burdens on businesses that regularly submit data to the agency. In the letter, Dow emphasi  more

OLIVET, Michigan, March 20 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Ethan Sudall Leads Continued Growth of Olivet Esports * Since joining The University of Olivet as Director of Esports in December 2025, Ethan Sudall has been building momentum within the program, expanding opportunities for student competitors and strengthening the culture of teamwork and growth. With both competitive experience and coaching expertise, Sudall is helping shape the future of Olivet esports.  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Hyundai Motor Group submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Treasury Office of Investment Security regarding the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) Known Investor Program (KIP) and proposals to streamline the foreign investment review process. The letter emphasizes Hyundai's commitment to supporting American industry and calls for improvements in the KIP to facilitate greater investment from trusted allied partners, highlighting the im  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, March 21 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Jalen Rose to be U-M Spring Commencement speaker, 5 to receive honorary degrees Written By: Genevieve Monsma Leaders in the fields of human rights law, bioengineering, athletics, broadcasting, business and philanthropy will receive honorary degrees at the University of Michigan's 2026 Spring Commencement in Ann Arbor. The ceremony will take place May 2 at Michigan Stadium. Jalen Rose, founder of the  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSFR) -- The Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Michigan, has announced its intent to repatriate a collection of cultural items to the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, California. This decision follows requirements set by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) regarding the ethical return of ancestral materials. The items consist of one lot of baskets, classified as sacred objects and objects of cultural patrimony. According to the museum, these   more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 19 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on March 18, 2026, by Director Maureen H. Lavery and research attorneys Hannah T. Stilley and Joe St. James: * * * Ones To Watch: Legislation Landscape for 2026 At a Glance This article provides an overview of the thousands of labor and employment-related bills introduced in the United States in the first quarter of the year and looks at trends that appear to be emerging. * Ones To Watch is back wi  more

SANTA BARBARA, California, March 21 -- Direct Relief issued the following news: * * * Medical Aid Departs for 20 Countries as Storm Response Continues in Hawai'i, Midwest Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 635 shipments of requested medical aid to 46 U.S. states and territories and 20 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 12.3 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications and supplies shipped this week included specialty therapies, antibiotics, reproductive healt  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, March 20 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer professor explores impact of culture and society on music * On any given day at Mercer University's Townsend School of Music, a violin scales upward behind a practice room door. A jazz combo may be doing a last-minute check before a performance in Fickling Hall. A soprano hits a high note in a private lesson. For Dr. Katie Rios, that hum of constant creation is what sparks inspiration for her teaching and  more

LANSING, Michigan, March 21 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * What To Know About Mike Rogers' "Pro-Wall Street" Priorities As middle-class Michiganders continue to be hammered by rising costs, recent reporting reveals how multi-millionaire Mike Rogers aligned himself with "pro-Wall Street priorities" in Congress while taking millions from the banking and investment industries. Rogers, who recently said he would "love to get a seat on the [Senate] bank  more

LANSING, Michigan, March 21 -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release on March 20, 2026: * * * State of Michigan funding helps supports new housing development in Cadillac EGLE hosts tour and roundtable highlighting downtown mixed-use housing development supported by $1M in redevelopment funding * Today, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) joined state and local leaders to tour Cadillac Lofts, a for  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Michigan Auto Law has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration expressing opposition to the Federation of Professional Truckers' (FOPT) application for exemption from the federal electronic logging device (ELD) mandate. The law firm, which represents victims of serious truck crashes throughout Michigan, emphasizes the vital safety role that ELDs play in preventing accidents and ensuring accountability in the trucking industry.   more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 20 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU Debate member wins Julia Burke Award, first in program history * For the first time in program history, a member of Michigan State University Debate received the Julia Burke Award. Joanna Gusis received the award, which is given to an outstanding debater who most clearly exhibits a passion for debate, a commitment to helping others, love and respect for the debate community and dedication to   more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) expressing its support for a proposed rule aimed at clarifying emergency exemptions. NPGA highlights the challenges faced by the propane industry due to current regulations and emphasizes the necessity for a policy change to improve operational efficiency and safety. Representing approximately 2,400 member companies including retail  more

KALAMAZOO, Michigan, March 20 -- Western Michigan University posted the following news: * * * New geological repository expands essential geoscience research capabilities at WMU * KALAMAZOO, Mich.-From exploring carbon capture to identifying climate-related erosion risks to locating rare earth minerals, researchers are just scratching the surface of Michigan's capacity for geological innovation. A new facility will position the Michigan Geological Survey (MGS) at Western Michigan University   more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on March 20, 2026: * * * New Investigation Uncovers How China Controls Money, Personnel, and Troops at the United Nations Today, the Select Committee on China released a new investigation uncovering how China is manipulating its position at the United Nations to undermine America's inter  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Opposes Nomination of Senator Markwayne Mullin to Be DHS Secretary in Committee Vote U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released the following statement on his vote opposing the nomination of U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin to be the Secret  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * Pollard Banknote Teamsters Ratify Contract * Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3537 Email: MDrumm@teamster.org (YPSILANTI, Mich.) - Nearly 200 printing and production workers represented by Teamsters Local 337 in Ypsilanti, Mich., have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a powerful new contract. Backed by a credible strike threat and high rank-and-file engageme  more

WASHINGTON, March 20 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Republicans Fight to End Democrats' Dangerous DHS Shutdown * "Right now, the Department of Homeland Security remains closed. Democrats shut it down. For 35 days, they have blocked every effort to reopen it. Democrats need to vote with Republicans to reopen the Department of Homeland Security." WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke ahead of a vote to fully fun  more

WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Senators Peters and Hassan Call for DHS to Fully Collect and Retain All Noem & Lewandowski Records U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), the Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), a senior member of the Committee, are calling on the Department of Homela  more

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Maryland, March 20 -- The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command issued the following news: * * * Solving The Wrong Problem: Lessons From The ATEC AI Challenge * In 2025, my team within the Soldier Evaluation Directorate won the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC)'s AI Challenge with a tool that could draft the first version of an ATEC Evaluation Plan (AEP). The tool worked-and worked well-but the experience left me questioning whether we had been solving the  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 20 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Study: emotional support lowers incarceration risk for youth in foster care * Youth in foster care often experience family instability, which can disrupt the continuity of their relationships and social connections. Therefore, the strength and stability of their social support networks can play a critical role in shaping their lives. Social support networks refer to a holistic web of family membe  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, March 20 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington to win summary judgment protecting health care for transgender youth * A federal court said on Thursday that it would rule for Washington, 20 other states, and the District of Columbia, turning back an unlawful attempt by the Trump administration to pressure health care providers into ending transgender health care for youth with gender dysphoria. In an oral sta  more

DETROIT, Michigan, March 21 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Wayne State launches new undergraduate degree in public history At Wayne State University, history isn't just something students study. It's something they share, interpret and bring to life in the communities around them. This semester, the Department of History launched a new bachelor of arts in public history, an undergraduate program designed to prepare students for careers that connect the past with t  more