Tuesday - June 9, 2026
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules Newsletter for Friday May 01, 2026 ( 338 items )  
13 Local Governments, Leaders Oppose DHS Proposed Rule Restricting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 13 local governments and local government leaders has submitted a public comment letter opposing the Department of Homeland Security's proposed rule concerning employment authorization reform for asylum applicants. The group voiced concerns over the notice of proposed rulemaking issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, arguing that the rule would create significant barriers for asylum seekers attempting to obtain work permits, and subsequently h  more
13 National, 11 Local Advocacy Organizations Urge DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Restricting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 13 national and 11 state and local advocacy organizations dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of children and families submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that aims to restrict work authorization for asylum applicants. The letter highlights the negative impacts this rule would have on families seeking asylum as well as broader societal and economic consequences.   more
18 Farmworker Groups Urge Withdrawal of Labor Department's Proposed Rule on Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 18 farmworker organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the Wage and Hour Division's proposed rule revising employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The coalition argues that the rule undermines decades of case law, increases the risk of farmworker misclassification, and weaken  more
20 State Attorney Generals Oppose DHS Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A group of 20 state Attorneys general submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the department's proposed rule titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter challenges DHS's proposed amendments to the processing and eligibility criteria for Employment Authorization Documents for asylum seekers. The group opposes key provisions of the proposal that would increase the waiting period to apply for an ini  more
21 U.S. Senators Oppose Proposed Labor Rule Reducing Worker Protections
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A group of 21 U.S. senators have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing opposition to a proposed rule regarding the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter warns that the rule would make it easier for employers to deny workers fundamental labor protections such as minimum w  more
24 Faith-Based Groups Urge DHS to Withdraw Proposed Restrictions on Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 24 faith-based organizations have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter expresses concern that the proposed rule would impose substantial new barriers to work authorization for asylum seekers, undermining their ability to support themselves while awaiting decisions on their claims. The coalition of  more
28 Business Groups Urges DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 28 members of the business community has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The coalition has expressed opposition to the agency's proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants, citing concerns about negative economic impacts. The letter warns that the proposed rule, announced in February 2026, would lead to significant losses in American jobs, economic activity, and government revenue.   more
28 National Advocacy Organizations Oppose HUD Plan to Repeal 30-Day Eviction Notification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 28 national organizations representing advocates for housing and health justice, civil rights, and vulnerable populations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the Interim Final Rule that would revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. These groups urge HUD to preserve the existing rule, which mandates public housing authorities and project-based  more
30 House Members Oppose Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 30 House members submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing the agency's proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter criticizes the rule for effectively barring asylum seekers from applying for initial employment authorization documents until USCIS reduces its processing times for asylum applications, which the agency estimates could take decades. The lawmakers argue th  more
36 Advocacy Organizations Oppose Labor Department Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A coalition of 36 advocacy organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The coalition contends the proposal departs from longstanding agency interpretations and court precedents, and would severely limit workers' access to essential   more
47 U.S. House Members Urge Labor Department to Withdraw Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- A coalition of 47 U.S. House members has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing concerns about a Feb. 26, 2026, proposed rule intended to rescind the 2024 independent contractor standard under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The lawmakers argue that the proposed rule, which largely reverts to the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule, would undermine worker protections. The group of congress members emphasizes that accurate employee classifica  more
7 Columbus School of Law Experts Oppose DHS Proposed Rule Restricting Employment Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- A group of seven faculty and legal program directors at the Catholic University of America School of Law submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing a proposed rule that would impose severe restrictions on employment authorization for asylum applicants. The letter expresses concern that the proposal's expansive limitations, increased processing times, and new eligibility criteria would undermi  more
AARP Urges Stronger Paper Statement Protections for Retirement Savers in Comments to U.S. Department of Labor
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- AARP, an advocacy organization representing over 125 million Americans aged 50 and older, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed amendments to electronic disclosure safe harbors. These amendments implement Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which requires the provision of annual paper retirement statements in certain cases to better serve retirement savers. AARP emphasized the importance of paper statemen  more
Advocates for Human Rights Urge DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization Reform
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Advocates for Human Rights, Minneapolis, Minnesota, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The Advocates called for the withdrawal of the NPRM, arguing that it exceeds DHS's statutory authority, is arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act, conflicts with U.S. international obligations, and would cau  more
AFL-CIO Opposes DHS Proposal to Halt Work Authorization for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The AFL-CIO, a federation representing nearly 15 million workers across various sectors and immigration statuses, submitted a public comment letter opposing the Department of Homeland Security's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter criticized the proposed rule for effectively creating a prolonged ban on new employment authorization documents for asylum seekers, a move characterized by the union as a threat   more
AFL-CIO Urges DHS and DOL to Reform H-2B Visa Program Instead of Expanding It
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The AFL-CIO submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Department of Labor concerning proposed increases to the 2026 numerical limit for the H-2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker Program. The federation emphasized the longstanding exploitation and labor abuses tied to the program, urging both departments to focus on reform rather than expansion. The AFL-CIO cautioned that increasing the number of H-2B visas without adequate wo  more
AFL-CIO Urges Withdrawal of Labor Department's Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The AFL-CIO has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Representing nearly 15 million workers nationwide, the AFL-CIO contends that the NPRM departs from the FLSA's broad protections and Supreme Court precedent, facilitating worker misclassification and undermining wage protections. The AFL-CIO asserts that the pr  more
Air Conditioning Contractors Comments on Independent Contractor Rule to Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act. ACCA represents over 3,000 HVAC-R contractors with $88 billion in annual sales and supports the Department of Labor's effort to create a clearer framework for determining independent contractor classification. The organizati  more
Alkylphenols & Ethoxylates Research Council Highlights Concerns Over EPA Chemical Data Reporting Burden
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Alkylphenols and Ethoxylates Research Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing the agency's Information Collection Request related to Chemical Data Reporting under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The letter focuses on the current reporting requirements, associated burdens, and the usefulness of the data collected for chemical prioritization and risk evaluation under TSCA. APERC, representing manufacturers of alky  more
Alliance for Chemical Distribution Urges Department of Labor to Revert to 2021 Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Alliance for Chemical Distribution, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor advocating for the agency to return to its 2021 rule on employee or independent contractor classification. The letter addresses concerns regarding worker classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. ACD represents over 400 chemical distribution compan  more
Alliance to End Human Trafficking Urges DHS to Enhance Protections for Trafficking Survivors and Unaccompanied Children in Asylum Employment Authorization Reforms
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Alliance to End Human Trafficking, Brighton, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding proposed regulations on employment authorization for asylum applicants. AEHT, a nationwide faith-based coalition founded by U.S. Catholic sisters, addresses human trafficking through education, survivor services, and advocacy. AEHT expressed support for the DHS's inclusion of "good cause justifications" allowing illegal en  more
America First Legal Foundation Urges DHS to Finalize Asylum Employment Authorization Reform
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- America First Legal Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security supporting the agency's proposed rule titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." AFL applauded the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for efforts aimed at curbing the misuse of asylum-based work permits and encouraged DHS to finalize the rule substantially as published. AFL emphasized that the asylum   more
America's Credit Unions Supports NCUA Proposal to Amend Policies on Eligible Obligations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- America's Credit Unions submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's proposed rule to amend regulations governing federal credit unions' policies on the purchase, sale, and pledge of eligible obligations. The proposal seeks to remove a prescriptive list of items required in these written policies and eliminate redundant provisions related to conflicts of interest and compensation already addressed in credit union byl  more
American Association of Advertising Agencies Urges Flexible Contractor Classification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Association of Advertising Agencies submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding proposed revisions to the analysis for determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The 4As emphasized the role that independent contractors play in the advertising industry and highlighted key concerns and recommendations to promote a workable classification framework. In their letter, the 4As outlined   more
American Association of Swine Veterinarians Backs EPA Review of NovoFly Registration to Combat New World Screwworm Threat
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Association of Swine Veterinarians, Perry, Iowa, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency supporting the agency's review and consideration of the Section 3 product registration application for NovoFly. NovoFly involves the introduction of genetically engineered proteins within a sterilized male-only strain of the New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) aimed at area-wide targeted release. The AASV, a professiona  more
American Automotive Policy Council Urges Denial of Aluminum Extruders Council's Request to Reclassify Auto Parts Tariffs
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The American Automotive Policy Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration opposing the Aluminum Extruders Council's request to reclassify certain aluminum auto parts under a different Section 232 tariff program. The letter was filed in response to AEC's petition seeking to remove the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement exemption for specified automotive parts or have those parts reclassified from the Section 232 a  more
American Bakers Association Supports Proposed Labor Rule Recognizing Independent Distributors as Contractors
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Bakers Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. ABA, representing over 370 member companies in the baking industry, expressed support for the 2026 Proposed Rule, which restores key interpretations   more
American Bankers Association Raises Concerns Over Illinois Payment Fee Law Impacting National Banking System
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The American Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency expressing serious concerns about the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act and its potential adverse effects on banks, consumers, businesses, and the national electronic payments system. The letter warns that the IFPA's state-specific requirements threaten to fragment the uniform payments infrastructure, disrupt operational s  more
American Benefits Council Urges Clarifications to Department of Labor Paper Statement Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Benefits Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding draft amendments to the Employee Benefits Security Administration's electronic disclosure safe harbor rules. The letter addresses the agency's implementation of Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which requires paper benefit statements under defined circumstances while updating existing electronic delivery regulations. The Council, representing more than   more
American Chemistry Council Highlights Duplication Concerns in Formaldehyde Regulation to Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Chemistry Council submitted a public comment letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration within the U.S. Department of Labor addressing the agency's request for an extension of approval of information collection requirements associated with OSHA's Formaldehyde Standard. The council represents a coalition of formaldehyde producers, suppliers, and users across various industries, emphasizing their experience in monitoring and minimizing workplac  more
American Chemistry Council Urges EPA to Improve Chemical Data Reporting System and Reduce Burden
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The American Chemistry Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's Information Collection Request renewal for Chemical Data Reporting under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The letter addresses compliance burdens, reporting challenges, and technical difficulties experienced by chemical manufacturers during the 2024 CDR reporting cycle and offers recommendations to enhance the reporting process for the 2028  more
American Composites Manufacturers Association Advocates for Plastic Pyrolysis Regulation as Manufacturing Process
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Composites Manufacturers Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's proposed rule on the classification and permitting of plastic pyrolysis facilities. The letter addresses EPA's suggestion to remove references to "pyrolysis" from regulations related to waste combustion or incineration. ACMA expressed strong support for regulating plastic waste pyrolysis facilitie  more
American Council of Life Insurers Urges Labor Department to Clarify Independent Contractor Rule for Insurance Industry
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Council of Life Insurers has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor addressing the agency's proposed rulemaking on the classification of employees versus independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act. In their letter, ACLI expressed general support for the DOL's objective of creating a practical and predictable framework for classifying workers but emphasized the need for clarifications specific to the insurance industr  more
American Dental Association Comments on Proposed Worker Classification Rule to Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Dental Association, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed revisions to criteria for determining whether a worker qualifies as an employee or an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The ADA, recognized as an authority on oral health in the United States, detailed  more
American Federation of Government Employees Opposes DHS Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Federation of Government Employees submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter, addressed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Division of Humanitarian Affairs, expressed concerns about the operational and ethical implications of the proposed regulation on asylum employment authorization. Local 1924  more
American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees Urges Labor Department to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing opposition to the Department's proposed rule revising the criteria for determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. AFSCME, the nation's largest public services union representing 1.4 million membe  more
American Horse Council Urges EPA to Expedite Approval of Novofly for Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Horse Council, McLean, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the pesticide product registration of Novofly, a new active ingredient proposed for emergency exemption to address threats from the New World screwworm. In its communication, the AHC emphasized the importance of having access to this tool to prevent the introduction and spread of this harmful pest in the United States. The council deta  more
American Pharmacists Association Urges CDC to Include Pharmacists in National Health Care Surveys
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Pharmacists Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the agency's proposed data collection efforts aimed at improving the National Health Care Surveys. The letter addresses CDC's solicitation related to developmental studies to enhance survey designs and expand sampling frames within these nationally representative surveys conducted by the Division of Health Care Statistics within the Nation  more
American Public Transportation Association Addresses FMCSA on Proposed Changes to Railroad Grade Crossing Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Public Transportation Association submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding a Notice of Data Availability titled "Railroad Grade Crossings; Stopping Required: Exception for Railroad Grade Crossing Equipped With Active Warning Device Not in Activated State." APTA emphasized the importance of using accurate data and thorough analysis in considering regulatory changes to stopping requirements at railroad grade  more
American Retirement Association Urges Clarity on Paper Statement Requirements in Response to Labor Department Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Retirement Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor concerning proposed amendments to electronic disclosure safe harbors issued by the Employee Benefits Security Administration. The letter addresses the Requirement to Provide Paper Statements in Certain Cases, reflecting provisions in the SECURE 2.0 Act aimed at mandating paper benefit statements for retirement plan participants under certain cond  more
American Roots Urges USCIS to Speed Employment Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- American Roots, an apparel manufacturer based in Westbrook, Maine, has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services advocating for reforms to improve the employment authorization process for asylum applicants. The company emphasizes the critical role that timely work authorization plays in sustaining manufacturing operations and supporting both workers and local economies. In its letter to the federal agency, American Roots explained tha  more
American Securities Association CEO Iacovella Sends Letter to House Senate Financial Services Leader on April 21, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Christopher A. Iacovella, President & Chief Executive Officer, American Securities Association. To: French Hill, Chairman, Financial Services Committee, U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515 and Maxine Waters, Ranking Member, Financial Services Committee, U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515 - April 21, 2026 The American Securities Association (ASA)1 appreciates the ongoing work of the Financial Services Commit  more
American Soybean Association Sends Letter to President Trump on March 17, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - American Soybean Association, and five co-signers. To: President Donald J. Trump, The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500 - March 17, 2026 As you and your cabinet explore ways to counter global oil market disruptions that threaten U.S. energy security and American consumers' pocketbooks, we ask you to unleash the potential of America's agriculture sector and biodiesel, renewable diesel, and SAF industry. Diesel   more
American Trucking Associations Urges Support for Independent Contractor Status in Trucking Industry
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The American Trucking Associations, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Wage and Hour Division's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under multiple labor laws. ATA emphasized the role independent contractors play in the trucking industry and overall economy, advocating for the agency to finalize the rulemaking that largely returns to the standards set in a 2021 final rule. ATA s  more
Americans for Prosperity Foundation Supports Proposed Rule on Worker Classification by Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Americans for Prosperity Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division regarding the agency's Proposed Rule on Employee or Independent Contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. AFPF expressed support for the Proposed Rule as a means to restore clarity, respect statutory and constitutional limits on WHD's authority, an  more
Americans for Tax Reform Supports Labor Department Proposed Independent Contractor Rule to Enhance Worker Flexibility
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Americans for Tax Reform, a nonprofit taxpayer advocacy group, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing a proposed rule revising independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. ATR emphasized that the 2026 proposal would restore a clearer standard that prioritizes economic freedom and self-determination for independent worke  more
Apartment Association of New Mexico Urges HUD to Revoke 30-Day Notice Requirement for Lease Termination
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Apartment Association of New Mexico, Albuquerque, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing support for the agency's proposed rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. The AANM, which advocates for approximately 950 members managing around 76,000 rental units, emphasized that while housing instability caused by situations such as job loss or   more
Arizona Multihousing Association Backs HUD Proposal to End 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Arizona Multihousing Association, Phoenix, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development endorsing the proposed revocation of the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The AMA expressed support for restoring eviction notice periods to align with state law rather than maintaining the federal 30-day mandate. The AMA highlighted that Arizona law requires only a five-day notice f  more
Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission Urges Caution on Removal of Geocarpon Minimum From Endangered Species List
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission, Little Rock, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the proposed removal of Geocarpon minimum from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. The ANHC urges the agency to reconsider the proposal, citing data that suggest the species is still in decline and faces substantial threats. In the letter, the ANHC highlights that Geocarpon minimum is known from six populations acr  more
Artanis Industry Communities Urges Nuclear Regulatory Commission to Address Workforce Housing in Project Matador EIS
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Artanis Industry Communities, a division of Artanis Capital LLC, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission concerning the socioeconomic scoping of the Project Matador Environmental Impact Statement. The letter highlights the workforce housing shortage expected in Carson County, where Project Matador's construction workforce will far exceed the local population and housing capacity. The company, based in Los Angeles, California, detailed   more
Association for Competitive Technology Urges Labor Department to Maintain Clarity on Worker Classification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Association for Competitive Technology submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor. The letter addresses the department's proposal concerning the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under several labor laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. ACT emphasizes the importance of legal clarity and certainty in determining work  more
Association of American Railroads Highlights Freight Rail's Vital Role in Rural Economic Success
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Association of American Railroads has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success initiative. Representing freight railroads that comprise the majority of U.S. freight railroad mileage and traffic, the AAR emphasized the indispensable role freight railroads play in supporting rural and Tribal communities' economic vitality. According to the AAR, approximately 7  more
Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project Opposes Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project, New York, submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing proposed Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. ASAP argues that the proposal would drastically reduce access to employment authorization documents or work permits for asylum seekers, impairing their ability to sustain themselves and pursue their claims in the United States. The proposed rule under DHS Docket No. USCIS  more
Autos Drive America Urges Commerce to Reject Aluminum Extruders Council Tariff Inclusion Request
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Autos Drive America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding a request by the Aluminum Extruders Council to modify Section 232 automobile parts tariffs. The letter responds specifically to AEC's application to alter tariff classifications and remove a temporary suspension on tariffs for certain aluminum automobile parts under the existing Section 232 tariff framework administered by the Department's International Trade Administration  more
Bank Policy Institute Opposes EDX Trust's National Trust Bank Charter Application Citing Legal and Systemic Risks
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Bank Policy Institute submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency opposing the application by EDX Trust, National Association for a national trust bank charter. The letter raises concerns that approval of the application would exceed the OCC's statutory authority, increase systemic risks to the financial system, create an unlevel playing field disadvantaging traditional banks, and potentially allow regulatory arbitrage that could  more
Bay Area Apartment Association Supports HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Lease Termination Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Bay Area Apartment Association, an organization representing rental housing owners and operators in the Tampa Bay area, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development supporting the agency's decision to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. This policy had applied to Public Housing Authorities and Project Based Assistance properties. BAAA represents over 300,000 rental   more
Beyond Pesticides Urges Stricter Review and Sunset of Certain Chemicals in Organic Production
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Beyond Pesticides submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Standards Board. The letter addressed multiple substances scheduled for sunset review under the National Organic Program, focusing on the use of chlorine materials, copper sulfate, ozone gas, peracetic acid, magnesium oxide, List 3 inert ingredients, calcium chloride, and rotenone. The organization highlighted concerns about chlorine-based materials, which are permi  more
Beyond Pesticides Urges USDA to Reject Chitosan Petition for Organic Wine Production
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Beyond Pesticides has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Standards Board. The letter addresses a petition from Enartis seeking approval for chitosan derived from Aspergillus niger to be added to organic wine production provisions. Beyond Pesticides expresses concern regarding the proposal to include chitosan in Section 205.605(b) for use in wine labeled "made with organic grapes." The organization highlights that chit  more
Boeing Supports EPA Extension of Compliance Dates Under Toxic Substances Control Act
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Boeing, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency expressing support for the agency's proposal to extend certain Workplace Chemical Protection Program compliance dates related to perchloroethylene and carbon tetrachloride under the Toxic Substances Control Act. Boeing highlighted the importance of aligning compliance timelines for non-federal owners and operators with those established for federal agencies and their cont  more
Bowling Proprietors Association Supports Clarified Contractor Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Bowling Proprietors Association of America, Arlington, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing support for the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The BPAA, representing over 3,400 bowling centers nationwide, highlighted how the proposed economic realit  more
Breakthrough Institute Supports Sponsor-Prepared Environmental Review for Fermi America Project
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Breakthrough Institute, Berkeley, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission expressing support for the scope of environmental review for Fermi America LLC's Project Matador Advanced Energy and Intelligence Campus. The project involves AP1000 nuclear units planned for construction at the site. BTI advocates for responsible regulation and oversight of nuclear energy to facilitate safe and clean power generation and acts in t  more
Brooklyn Defender Services Urges Withdrawal of DHS Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Brooklyn Defender Services submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants". The letter strongly urges USCIS and the Department of Homeland Security to rescind the proposed rule, which BDS argues would impose harsh restrictions on asylum seekers' access to work authorization. BDS highlighted i  more
Building Skills Partnership Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Restricting Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Building Skills Partnership, Los Angeles, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. BSP contends that the NPRM would severely limit asylum seekers' access to Employment Authorization Documents, effectively barring many from working legally in the United States during their asylum adjudication. BSP emphasizes  more
Calif. A.G. Bonta Sends Letter to GoFundMe General Counsel Wilford on March 3, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - California Attorney General Rob Bonta, and 27 co-signers. To: Kim Wilford, General Counsel, GoFundMe, 8605 Santa Monica Blvd. #17221, West Hollywood, CA 90069-4109 - March 3, 2026 The undersigned state Attorneys General and charitable regulators (collectively, the "States") are issuing this public letter to express our grave concerns about GoFundMe's creation of donation web pages for more than 1.4 million charities without their prior kno  more
California Rural Legal Assistance Urges HUD to Preserve 30-Day Eviction Notice for Rent Nonpayment
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- California Rural Legal Assistance Inc., Modesto, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's interim final rule to revoke the 30-Day Notification Requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. CRLA emphasized the importance of maintaining the 30-Day Notice Rule to protect vulnerable tenants living in public housing and project-based rental assistance units funded by HUD. In the letter, CR  more
Cambridge Investment Research Urges Labor Department to Finalize Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Cambridge Investment Research Inc., Fairfield, Iowa, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing support for the agency's proposed rule to rescind the 2024 independent contractor classification rule and reinstate the analytical framework from the 2021 rule. The letter was sent to the Wage and Hour Division within the Department, which has been reevaluating the classification of workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act and related statute  more
Capitola Mayor Morgan Opposes Proposed Regulatory Changes on Seabed Mining Near California Coast
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Capitola (California) Mayor Margaux Morgan has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management opposing proposed administrative revisions to regulations concerning the extraction of outer continental shelf minerals other than oil, gas, and sulfur. The City cited concerns over environmental impacts, economic consequences, public safety, and climate change effects as reasons to maintain current regulatory safeguards  more
Catholic Legal Immigration Network, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Urge DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Catholic Legal Immigration Network Inc. and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter voices concerns about the proposed rule's impact on asylum seekers' rights and livelihoods. The organizations criticize DHS for proposing an extension of the waiting period to a  more
Cato Institute Calls for Bank Secrecy Act Modernization and Compliance Transparency
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Cato Institute Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network urging reforms in the administration of the Bank Secrecy Act. The letter addresses concerns with FinCEN's regulatory proposals and criticizes a lack of compliance with statutory reporting requirements under the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020. The Cato Institute's commentary highlights that five years after the legislative act   more
Center for Biological Diversity Opposes Delisting of Geocarpon Minimum From Endangered Species Act Protections
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Center for Biological Diversity has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opposing the proposed delisting of Geocarpon minimum, a tiny succulent plant listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The organization argues that the plant has not met its recovery criteria and remains vulnerable to extinction throughout a significant portion of its range. Geocarpon minimum, also known as "Tiny Tim" or "Earth Fruit," grows in spe  more
Center for Gender & Refugee Studies Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Center for Gender & Refugee Studies submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants (DHS Docket No.: USCIS-2025-0370). CGRS argues the rule is inconsistent with international law and violates the Administrative Procedure Act, particularly due to the rule's adverse effects on women and LGBTQ+ asylum seekers. The proposed DHS rule aims to deny empl  more
Center on Education & Labor and New America Chicago Oppose DOL Proposed Employee Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Center on Education & Labor at New America and New America Chicago submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing a proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter critiques the proposal, which seeks to clarify the definition of who qualifies as an employee versus an independent contrac  more
Centers for Better Insurance Urges Treasury to Address Captive Insurer Exploitation in Terrorism Risk Insurance Program
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Centers for Better Insurance LLC, Frederick, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury concerning the 2026 Report on the Effectiveness of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. CBI expressed ongoing concerns regarding the undue advantage that captive insurance companies, controlled by large corporations, gain from the program, urging stronger transparency and accountability measures. CBI highlights that captive insurance compa  more
Central American Resource Center Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Limiting Asylum Seekers Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Central American Resource Center of Northern California has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would drastically restrict employment authorization for asylum applicants. The letter requests that DHS rescind the February 23, 2026 NPRM, which CARECEN SF warns would make it nearly impossible for many asylum seekers to work legally while their claims are pending. CARECEN SF asserts t  more
Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes Oppose BOEM's Proposed Regulatory Changes on Outer Continental Shelf Minerals
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska, Juneau, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management expressing opposition to the agency's proposed administrative revisions to regulations concerning Outer Continental Shelf minerals other than oil, gas, and sulfur. Representing over 38,000 Tribal Citizens, the Council underscored concerns about potential threats to Tribal sovereignty, subsisten  more
Cesar Chavez Foundation Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Verification of Eligible Status
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Cesar Chavez Foundation, Keene, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule concerning the verification of eligible status under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980. The foundation urged HUD to withdraw the proposal, citing concerns that eliminating prorated assistance would harm eligible households and unintentionally increase per-unit federal subsidies, whic  more
Cetera Financial Group Urges Clarity in Worker Classification Rules Under Fair Labor Standards Act
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Cetera Financial Group, San Diego, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division addressing the proposed regulations concerning classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The company, a parent to broker-dealers and investment advisers serving over one million customers, supports the department's efforts to reform the Economic Realities test used to determine w  more
Chamber of Progress Urges Labor Department to Finalize Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Chamber of Progress, a tech industry association advocating for inclusive policies in technology, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in support of the agency's proposed rule to rescind the 2024 framework on worker classification and readopt the 2021 independent contractor analysis with modifications. The organization emphasized that the proposal offers a clearer and more predictable standard that better aligns with how independent work f  more
CHRO Association Supports Rescinding 2024 Worker Classification Rule and Endorses Two-Factor Test
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The CHRO Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status. The Association voiced support for the Department's proposal to rescind the 2024 worker classification rule and to readopt, with minor modifications, the analysis from the 2021 rule. The CHRO Association emphasized that worker classification remains one of the most conse  more
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights Opposes HUD Proposal Targeting Mixed-Status Families
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to a proposed rule under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980 that would target lawfully present immigrants and U.S. citizens in mixed-status households. CHIRLA argued that the rule would cause widespread harm to American families and worsen the housing affordability crisis. The or  more
Coalition for Workforce Innovation Urges Clarification in DOL Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Coalition for Workforce Innovation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division endorsing the agency's proposed rule on determining employee or independent contractor status under statutes including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The comment letter supports the DOL's move to rescind the 2024 rule and reestablish the 2021 rule's "Cor  more
Coalition to Promote Independent Entrepreneurs Urges DOL to Finalize Proposed Worker Classification Rule Without Changes
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Coalition to Promote Independent Entrepreneurs submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its notice of proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under multiple labor statutes. CPIE urges the department to finalize the proposed regulations as written and rescind the 2024 rule on employee classification, citing concerns about its chilling effects on independent contractors and their clients. The organization appl  more
Coastal States Organization Urges Stronger State Coordination in BOEM's Seabed Mining Regulation Revision
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Coastal States Organization submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management addressing proposed regulatory revisions for minerals other than oil, gas, and sulfur on the Outer Continental Shelf. Representing coastal states, commonwealths, and territories, the CSO emphasized the necessity of preserving and enhancing state roles in overseeing seabed hard mineral prospecting, leasing, exploration, and development under the Outer Continental Shel  more
Colo. State Secretary Griswold Sends Letter to DHS Nominee Secretary Mullin on March 9, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold, and eight co-signers. To: Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of Homeland Security - Nominee, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, MS 0525 Department of Homeland Security, 2707 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20528-0525, markwayne_mullin@mullin.senate.gov - March 9, 2026 As the nominee for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, the undersigned Secretaries of State seek your confir  more
Commercial Space Federation Urges DOT To Streamline Hazardous Materials Regulations For Space Industry
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Commercial Space Federation, representing the U.S. commercial space sector, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. The letter addresses the need to modernize and simplify hazardous materials regulations specifically related to spacecraft payloads and components. CSF highlighted that current Hazardous Materials Regulations largely target reusable shipping containers, whereas spacecraft propulsion systems are often  more
Community Legal Aid Society Urges HUD to Preserve 30-Day Notice and Right-to-Cure Protections in Eviction Cases
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Community Legal Aid Society Inc., Dover, Delaware, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development advocating for the preservation of the agency's current regulation requiring a 30-day notification period prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. CLASI emphasized the importance of maintaining this uniform federal standard implemented in January 2025 to promote housing stability and prevent avoidable evictions. The organi  more
Conn. A.G. Tong Sends Letter to House Senate Leaders on Feb. 10, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, and 44 co-signers. To: John Thune, Senate Majority Leader, 511 Dirksen Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510; Mike Johnson, House Speaker, 521 Cannon House Building, Washington, DC 20515; Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, 322 Hart Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510; Hakeem Jeffries, House Minority Leader, 2267 Rayburn House Building, Washington, DC 20515; Marsha Blackburn, Senate Judiciary   more
Connecticut Fair Housing Center Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Rent Nonpayment Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Connecticut Fair Housing Center, Hartford, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the department's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. The organization represents over 580,000 Connecticut households, including low-income families, veterans, children, and people with disabilities, and urges HUD to reinstate this critical   more
Cooperative Credit Union Association Backs NCUA Proposal on Loan-Related Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Cooperative Credit Union Association Inc., Marlborough, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's proposed rule on compensation related to loans and lines of credit to members. The proposed rule, part of the NCUA Deregulation Project's sixth round, seeks to amend Section 701.21(c)(8) to clarify when credit union employees, including senior executives, may receive compensation tied to loans m  more
Cooperative Credit Union Association Opposes Changes to Member Communication in NCUA Merger Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Cooperative Credit Union Association Inc., Marlborough, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration Board regarding its proposed rule on the mergers of insured credit unions and voluntary termination or conversion of insured status. The Association expresses opposition to parts of the proposal that would eliminate the member-to-member communication process and the posting of member comments related to credit union merge  more
Cooperative Credit Union Association Supports NCUA Proposal to Remove Statutory Lien Definition
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Cooperative Credit Union Association Inc., a trade association representing nearly 200 state and federally-chartered credit unions across Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's proposed rule on Statutory Liens. The Association advocates for credit unions serving over 5 million consumer members and provided feedback in consultation with its members.   more
Cooperative Credit Union Association Urges NCUA to Finalize Rule Changes Without Renumbering Paragraph
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Cooperative Credit Union Association Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the NCUA Board's proposed rule on Post-Election Training for New Board Members, part of the agency's "Round Six" Deregulation Project. The Association represents nearly 200 credit unions across Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, serving over 5 million consumer members. In its letter to the NCUA, the Association e  more
Critical Labor Coalition Warns Proposed Asylum Employment Rule Could Deepen Labor Shortage and Economic Strain
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Critical Labor Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services outlining concerns about the agency's proposed rule titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter articulates the coalition's apprehension that the proposed regulation would substantially restrict access to Employment Authorization Documents for asylum applicants, thus exacerbating workforce challenges in an already tight labor marke  more
Customized Logistics & Delivery Association Backs Proposed Labor Department Rule on Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Customized Logistics and Delivery Association, Indianapolis, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on determining worker classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The proposed guidance aims to clarify the criteria for distinguishing between employees and independent contractors, an iss  more
Deep Sea Defenders Urge Caution Over BOEM's Proposed Reduction of Lease Request Decision Time
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Deep Sea Defenders has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding the bureau's proposed rule to amend regulations related to minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur on the Outer Continental Shelf. The organization expressed concern about the recommendation to shorten the decision period for unsolicited lease sale requests from 45 days to 28 days. In its letter, Deep Sea Defenders highlights that   more
Demos Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization Reform
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Demos, a non-profit public policy organization that collaborates with community and labor groups nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's proposed Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The proposed rule which aims to extend waiting periods for asylum seekers to obtain work permits, increase processing times, and impose new eligibility barriers, making work authorization largely discret  more
Denver Housing Authority Urges HUD to Emphasize Flexibility and Supportive Services in Work Requirements Rule
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Denver Housing Authority has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." DHA expressed support for HUD's goal to promote economic mobility and reduce long-term reliance on housing assistance but stressed the need for the rule to account for the varied circumstances of assisted households. DHA emphasized that  more
Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association Supports HUD's Proposed Rule to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The letter expresses support for HUD's Proposed Rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of a lease for nonpayment of rent. DMAA highlights that Michigan has traditionally regulated the eviction process in a manner that balances legal protections for renters and housing providers. However, sinc  more
Digital Token Identifier Foundation Urges OCC to Adopt ISO Standard for Stablecoin Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Digital Token Identifier Foundation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regarding the proposed rule for implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. DTIF, a non-profit division of Etrading Software Limited responsible for supporting the ISO 24165 Digital Token Identifier standard, emphasized the importance of internationally recognized common data sta  more
Disability Belongs Raises Concerns Over HUD's Proposed Work Requirements and Term Limits in Housing Programs
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Disability Belongs, Fredericksburg, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about the department's proposed rule that would allow Public Housing Authorities and certain owners in Project-Based Rental Assistance programs to implement work requirements and term limits in federal housing assistance programs. The letter, supported by numerous disability rights, housing, and civil rights organizati  more
Disability Coalition Opposes DOE Rule Changes on Accessibility
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Disability Coalition, Santa Fe, New Mexico, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed direct final rules concerning nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The letter addresses rules which relates to new construction requirements and which involves rescinding general provisions related to nondiscrimination. The Disability Coalition is a cross-disability organization representing various members in  more
DoorDash Urges Labor Department to Finalize Proposed Rule Supporting Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- DoorDash, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor responding to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning employee or independent contractor status under several federal labor statutes. The company expressed support for the Department's proposal to rescind the 2024 rule and largely restore the 2021 rule, emphasizing the need to preserve flexibility and predictability for millions of Americans who choose inde  more
East Bay Housing Organizations Oppose HUD Proposal on Work Requirements and Term Limits
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- East Bay Housing Organizations, Oakland, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rulemaking titled Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits. EBHO argued that allowing Public Housing Authorities and owners of HUD-assisted housing to impose strict time limits or work requirements could lead to increased evictions and homelessness.  more
Economic Policy Institute Urges Withdrawal of Labor Department's Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Economic Policy Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing opposition to the proposed rulemaking on determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA). The letter argues that the proposed rule would undermine long-standing protections for workers and exacerbate misclassificat  more
Empower DC Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice for Nonpayment of Rent
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Empower DC, representing public housing and project-based rental assistance tenants in Washington, D.C., submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The organization stressed that the 30-day notice rule is critical for protecting tenants' rights and housing stability, especially among the  more
Entomological Society Urges EPA to Expedite Review of NovoFly for Screwworm Eradication
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Entomological Society of America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the emergency exemption request for NovoFly, a novel technology aimed at combating the New World screwworm in the U.S. The ESA supports a timely assessment and potential approval of this innovative tool to address the urgent threat posed by the rapid spread of the NWS, which affects animal health, wildlife, and human health. According to ESA, t  more
ERIC Urges Clarifications and Support for Electronic Delivery Provisions in DOL Paper Statement Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The ERISA Industry Committee submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule titled "Requirement to Provide Paper Statements in Certain Cases - Amendments to Electronic Disclosure Safe Harbors." ERIC, representing large U.S. employers sponsoring employee benefit plans nationwide, offered feedback on the Department's implementation of Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which mandates paper disclosures of pensio  more
Esperanza United Opposes DHS Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Esperanza United submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization expressed concerns that the proposed rule would harm survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by imposing extended work authorization delays and expanding discretionary authority that enables racial profiling. The letter hig  more
Federal Express Urges Clearer Guidance in Worker Classification Rule to Enhance Economic Flexibility
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Federal Express Corp. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in response to its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. FEC, a global leader in transportation and logistics, expressed support for the Department's effort to reinstate a rule grounded in Supreme Court precedent and focused on c  more
Federation for American Immigration Reform Urges DHS to Finalize Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Federation for American Immigration Reform, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to immigration policy reform, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regarding the Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants proposed rule. FAIR emphasized the need to curb asylum system abuses that have overwhelmed the immigration system and created economic challenges for American worke  more
Finseca Urges Labor Department to Preserve Independent Contractor Status for Financial Security Professionals
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Finseca submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed regulation on employee versus independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter expresses support for the proposal, which aims to provide clearer guidance on classification criteria affecting wages, overtime, and leave provisions for financial security  more
First Command Urges Department of Labor to Finalize 2026 Proposed Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- First Command Financial Services Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the 2026 Proposed Rule on employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. As a national financial services firm deeply involved in serving U.S. military families through a network of independent contractor Financi  more
First National Bank Texas Urges Stricter Stablecoin Regulations in Letter to OCC
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- First National Bank Texas, a regional community bank based in Killeen, Texas, with assets totaling approximately $4.7 billion and serving multiple states, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The letter addresses the OCC's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at implementing the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. FNBT highlighted the importance of maintaining a clear prohibition on both dir  more
Flex Association Supports Proposed Department of Labor Rule Clarifying Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Flex Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor addressing the Wage and Hour Division's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the determination of employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. Flex, representing leading app-based platforms such as DoorDash, Lyft, Instacart, and Uber, expressed strong support for   more
Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project, Arizona, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The Florence Project urges DHS to rescind the NPRM, arguing the proposal would severely restrict asylum seekers' access to Employment Authorization Documents, hindering their ability to lawfully work while their claims are a  more
Florida Housing Advocates Oppose HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice for Public Housing Tenants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Florida Housing Umbrella Group, representing over 200 public interest law attorneys and housing advocates across the state, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that rescinds the 30-day notification requirement prior to eviction for nonpayment of rent in Public and Project-Based Rental Assistance (PBRA) housing. The letter expresses concern that the revocation will advers  more
FMI Supports Labor Department's Proposal to Reinstate 2021 Independent Contractor Standard
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- FMI - The Food Industry Association, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its notice of proposed rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under various laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act. The association expressed support for the agency's proposal to reinstate the 2021 independent contractor standard and to rescind the divergent 2024 standard. The letter highlighted the importance of a fle  more
Forest Resources Association Urges Labor Department to Rescind 2024 Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Forest Resources Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The FRA, alongside nearly two dozen forestry-related associations, expressed strong support for the Department's proposal to rescind the 2024 Final Rule and reve  more
Freedom From Religion Foundation Counsel Line Sends Letter to NYC Mayor Mamdani on March 13, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Christopher Line, Legal Counsel, Freedom From Religion Foundation. To: Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of the City of New York, City Hall, New York, NY 10007 - March 13, 2026 I am writing on behalf of the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) regarding serious constitutional concerns raised by your continued promotion of a religious observance through official city channels. FFRF is a national nonprofit organization with 42,000 members across the  more
FWD.us Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Restricting Work Authorization for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- FWD.us submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter urged the Department to rescind the NPRM in its entirety, citing concerns about the rule's detrimental effects on asylum seekers, the economy, and the integrity of the asylum system. FWD.us emphasized that work authorization is a core component of the asylum process, e  more
Galveston Economic Development Partnership Backs American Icebreaker Factory Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Galveston Economic Development Partnership submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Maritime Administration expressing support for the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort Pact and the proposed investment by Davie Defense USA to establish the American Icebreaker Factory at Gulf Copper in Texas. The letter highlights Galveston's potential as a key site for expanding the U.S. shipbuilding industrial base, particularly for icebreaker production. GEDP emphasized that Gre  more
Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project Urges DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's interim final rule titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter calls for DHS to rescind the rule, citing substantial harm posed to asylum seekers and their communities if the rule is implemented. GHIRP criticized provisions of the rule that extend the waiting period to apply for employmen  more
Global Detroit Opposes DHS Proposed Rule on Employment Authorization for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Global Detroit, a nonprofit economic development organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the proposed rule titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The group urged DHS to rescind the rule, citing concerns over workforce and economic impacts. Global Detroit, Michigan, opposes the rule based on their mission to strengthen regional economic growth by leveraging immigrant talent, entreprene  more
Global Refuge Urges DHS To Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Restricting Asylum Seekers' Access To Work Permits
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Global Refuge submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security urging the agency to withdraw its February 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would drastically limit asylum applicants' ability to obtain Employment Authorization Documents. The letter criticizes the NPRM for proposing to triple the waiting period for initial work permits, impose new eligibility barriers, and grant DHS broad discretion to deny permits, arguing these changes w  more
Global Safety Principles Alliance Urges PHMSA to Modernize Hazardous Materials Regulations for Space Operations
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Global Safety Principles Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regarding the agency's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the transportation of hazardous materials integral to spacecraft components and payloads. GSPA advocates for a principles-based, system-level regulatory framework to better address the complexities of space-related hazardous materials transportati  more
Goldwater Institute Supports Labor Department's Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Goldwater Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the agency's proposed rule which aims to replace a 2024 regulation that had restricted the classification of workers as independent contractors, restoring a framework based on clearer criteria from the earlier Trump Administration. The Institute has recommended that the department adopt and implement the proposed rule. Founded in 1988, the Goldwater Institute is a nonp  more
Governing for Impact Urges Withdrawal of Labor Department Proposed Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Governing for Impact submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Wage and Hour Division's (WHD) proposed rule titled "Employee or Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act." GFI criticized the proposed rule for prioritizing two core factors in determining worker status, which they argue conflicts with Supreme Court precedent  more
Grand Rapids Housing Commission Urges Withdrawal of HUD's Proposed 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Grand Rapids Housing Commission, Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about HUD's proposed rule requiring a 30-day notification prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The GRHC urged HUD to withdraw the proposal, arguing it poses challenges that may outweigh intended tenant protections. The proposed rule aims to curtail preventable evictions by giving tenants more time to ad  more
Greater Boston Legal Services Urges HUD to Reinstate 30-Day Notice Requirement for Lease Termination Due to Nonpayment of Rent
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Greater Boston Legal Services, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. GBLS advocates for reinstating the rule, which requires public housing and project-based rental assistance providers to give tenants 30 days' notice before filing an eviction for nonpayment. GBL  more
Greenpeace USA Challenges BOEM's Proposed Rulemaking on Offshore Mineral Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Greenpeace USA has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) criticizing its notice of proposed rulemaking titled "Administrative Revisions to Regulations Related to Outer Continental Shelf Minerals Other Than Oil, Gas, and Sulphur." The letter argues that BOEM's proposed regulatory changes, intended to facilitate the extraction of offshore critical minerals, constitute a substantive policy shift ra  more
Ground Water Protection Council Supports Colorado's Application for Underground Injection Control Primacy
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Ground Water Protection Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency endorsing the State of Colorado's application for primacy under the UIC Class VI Program. This program governs the regulation of Class VI injection wells used for geologic carbon storage. The GWPC, which represents state UIC regulatory programs nationwide, commended the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) for its authorization under state  more
Haitian Bridge Alliance, Cameroon Advocacy Network Urge DHS to Rescind Rule Restricting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Haitian Bridge Alliance and Cameroon Advocacy Network have submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security opposing the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicant. The organizations warn the rule would severely restrict access to Employment Authorization Documents for asylum seekers, including Haitian Temporary Protected Status holders seeking to transition to asylum-based work permits, and inflic  more
Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah Calls on EPA to Strengthen Commercial Sterilizer Emissions Regulations
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah, Salt Lake City, has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to reject proposed rule changes regarding commercial sterilizer emissions that the organization believes fall short in protecting public health. The letter expresses concern about the risks posed by emissions from sterilization facilities, particularly those releasing ethylene oxide, a toxic air pollutant linked to increased cancer r  more
Housing Law Group Urges HUD to Maintain 30-Day Notice Requirement for Nonpayment of Rent
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Housing Law Group of the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the proposed rule to rescind the 30-day notification requirement prior to terminating leases for nonpayment of rent. The letter voices concerns about the negative impact the rescission would have on tenants in subsidized housing. The group emphasized that the existing 30-day notice rule is indispensable to local ef  more
Human Trafficking Legal Center Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Limiting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Human Trafficking Legal Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization strongly urges DHS to withdraw the NPRM, which it argues would drastically restrict asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents, severely harming vulnerable individuals who rely on work permits during their   more
Humane World for Animals, Action Fund Urges National Park Service to Withdraw Alaska Bear Baiting Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Humane World for Animals and Humane World Action Fund submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service opposing the agency's proposed rule to permit bear baiting in Alaska's National Preserves. The organizations argue that lifting the existing prohibition on bear baiting would create ecological, ethical, and public safety issues inconsistent with NPS mandates under the Alaska National Interest Conservation Act and the NPS Organic Act. The letter emphas  more
ICE Acting Director Lyons Sends Letter to Wyo. Gov. Gordon on March. 7, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Todd Lyons, Acting Director, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. To: Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon, 200 West 24th Street, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0010 - March 7, 2026 Wyoming's House Bill 130 (and its Senate counterpart - SF 101) is being presented as a measure to protect the Second Amendment. But in reality, this proposal risks doing something far different: weakening law enforcement and making it harder to remove dangerous criminals from  more
Illinois Farm Bureau Supports EPA Review of NovoFly Pesticide for New World Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Illinois Farm Bureau submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in support of the agency's review of a new pesticide product containing NovoFly male-only genetically engineered New World screwworm. The letter addresses the emergency exemption request and application for new active ingredients involving this product. IFB expressed its support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's expedited approval request to register this unregist  more
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota Opposes DHS Proposed Rule on Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota has submitted a public comment letter tog the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a proposed rule that would substantially restrict work authorizations for asylum applicants. The proposal would extend the waiting period before asylum seekers can apply for employment authorization and impose a controversial pause-and-restart mechanism that could delay work permits for generations. In its letter to DHS, ILCM asserts that the   more
Immigration Law Clinic Opposes DHS Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Immigration Law Clinic at Albany Law School has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The clinic's attorneys highlighted numerous concerns about the rule's impact on asylum seekers' access to work authorization and the fairness of the proposed regulatory changes. The letter asserts that the rule would effectively halt ne  more
Immigration Law Clinic Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Immigration Law Clinic at Albany Law School has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing opposition to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning employment authorization reform for asylum applicants. The Clinic, which provides legal services to low-income clients and trains future practitioners, argues that the proposed rule is unfair and detrimental to people fleeing persecution. The Clinic highlights that   more
Impossible Metals Urges BOEM to Establish Clear Timelines and Longer Lease Terms for Offshore Critical Minerals
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Impossible Metals submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding the agency's proposed administrative revisions to regulations governing the Outer Continental Shelf minerals other than oil, gas, and sulfur. The letter responds to BOEM's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking published in February 2026, which aims to streamline and clarify existing regulatory language as part of the implementation of Executive   more
Independent Community Bankers Urges OCC to Deny EDX Trust National Bank Charter Application
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Independent Community Bankers of America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency opposing the charter application of EDX Trust filed by EDX Markets Holding Company Inc. The application, submitted on March 25, 2026, seeks approval for EDX Trust to operate as a national trust bank with fiduciary powers focused on custody and management of digital assets, including staking and stablecoin collater  more
Independent Community Bankers Urges OCC to Reject Lorum National Trust Bank Charter Application
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Independent Community Bankers of America, representing community banks nationwide, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency objecting to the charter application filed by Lorum Group Holdings Inc. for Lorum National Trust Bank N.A. ICBA urged the OCC to deny the application, citing statutory deficiencies and concerns about competitive fairness for community banks. In its letter, ICBA noted that LNTB seeks to establish a de nov  more
Independent Work Coalition Urges Labor Department to Rescind 2024 Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Independent Work Coalition submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking to rescind the 2024 final rule on independent contractor classification and to readopt a modified version of the 2021 rule. The letter emphasized the critical economic role of independent contractors and supported the department's efforts to clarify worker classification standards under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family a  more
Insights Association Urges Labor Department to Clarify Independent Contractor Status for Market Research Participants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Insights Association, a nonprofit trade group representing nearly 10,000 members in the insights, market research, and analytics industry, has submitted a public comment letter to the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the proposed rule defining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and related laws. The association expressed concerns that the Department's proposal could unintentionally classify indi  more
Instacart Supports Department of Labor's Proposal for Clear Independent Contractor Classification Standards
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Maplebear Inc. dba Instacart, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division regarding the agency's proposed rule on independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. Instacart voiced support for the proposal to rescind the 2024 independent contractor regulation and largely reinstate the 2  more
Institute for the American Worker Urges Finalization of DOL Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Institute for the American Worker, a nonprofit labor policy organization, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor supporting the Wage and Hour Division's Proposed Rule on employee or independent contractor status under several labor laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act. I4AW praised the proposal for promoting independent work opportunities and urged the Department to finalize it largely as drafted. The organization emphasized the gro  more
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Urges Improvements to NHTSA Automated Driving System Crash Data
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommending enhancements to the agency's data collection system for crashes involving automated driving systems and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems. The letter addresses NHTSA's Standing General Order, currently the sole national crash-reporting requirement for vehicles equipped with driving automation, especi  more
Insured Retirement Institute Urges Narrow Implementation of Paper Statement Rule by Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Insured Retirement Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its proposed amendments to electronic disclosure safe harbors. The proposal aims to implement Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, requiring paper pension benefit statements in certain cases while updating existing electronic disclosure rules. IRI, which represents major providers in the insured retirement sector including life insurers and asset managers, e  more
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail & Transportation Urges Labor Department to Adopt Employee Presumption for Construction Workers
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing concerns about a proposed rule on Employee or Independent Contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The letter focuses primarily on the application of the FLSA within the construction industry and advocates for the adoption of a rebuttable presumption that construction workers are employees under the econo  more
International Bancshares Supports American Bankers Association on OCC Bank Appeals Process Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- International Bancshares Corp., Laredo, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency concerning the agency's proposed revisions to its Bank Appeals Process. In its letter, IBC endorsed the American Bankers Association's (ABA) position, emphasizing the importance of restoring confidence in the appeals system to promote supervisory consistency. IBC operates five separately chartered banks with combined assets exceeding $16.5 bil  more
International Dairy Foods Association Raises Concerns Over USDA Dairy Import Licensing Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The International Dairy Foods Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the department's proposed rulemaking on the Dairy Tariff Rate Quota Import Licensing Program. The letter addresses concerns about the potential economic impacts and regulatory uncertainties posed by the proposal. IDFA, representing the nation's dairy manufacturing and marketing industry which supports over 3 million jobs and generates billions i  more
International Franchise Association Urges Labor Department to Finalize Independent Contractor Rule Supporting Franchise Business Model
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The International Franchise Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. IFA, the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising, expressed support for the proposed rule, emphasizing the need for clea  more
Iowa Agriculture Secretary Naig Sends Letter to Surface Transportation Board Chairman Fuchs on Jan. 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and nine co-signers. To: Patrick Fuchs, Chairman, Surface Transportation Board, 395 E Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20423; Karen Hedlund, Member, Surface Transportation Board, 395 E Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20423 and Michelle Schultz, Vice Chair, Surface Transportation Board, 395 E Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20423 - Jan. 20, 2026 As representatives serving, promoting and protecting agriculture,  more
Iowa Pork Producers Association Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly for Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Iowa Pork Producers Association, Clive, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency supporting the agency's evaluation of an emergency exemption request and application for registration of NovoFly, a genetically engineered male-only New World screwworm insecticide. IPPA, representing over 4,000 pork producers in Iowa-the leading hog-producing state-advocated for the immediate consideration of this product to help manage an escalating thr  more
Iranian American Bar Association Opposes DHS Rule Raising Barriers to Asylum Seeker Employment Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Iranian American Bar Association has submitted a public comment letter in strong opposition to the Department of Homeland Security proposed rule titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter objects to provisions that would extend the waiting period for employment authorization from 180 days to 365 days and permit DHS to pause acceptance of initial employment authorization applications when affirmative asylum processing times exceed 180 days  more
Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies Opposes Proposed DOL Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, an organization focused on advancing policy solutions for Black communities, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the notice of proposed rulemaking. This rule pertains to the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The Joint Ce  more
Justice at Work PA Raises Concerns Over Proposed Labor Department Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Justice at Work PA has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the department's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The organization argues that the rule would worsen misclassification issues and compromise workers' ability to assert their rights under these statutes. Justice at Work PA hi  more
Justice in Aging Urges HUD to Retain 30-Day Notice Rule Protecting Older Tenants From Eviction
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Justice in Aging, a national legal advocacy organization focused on improving the lives of low-income older adults, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent in HUD-assisted housing. The organization emphasized that this notice period is crucial for older tenants, who constitute nearly 40% of pu  more
Kansas Action for Children Opposes HUD Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Kansas Action for Children, Topeka, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule establishing flexibility for the implementation of work requirements and time limits in housing assistance programs. The organization warns that this rule could result in millions of struggling families losing access to crucial housing support, including up to 1.7 million children, potentially increasing chil  more
Keehn Service Highlights Safety and Operational Concerns Over Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Integration in Hazmat Transport
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Keehn Service Corp., Coatesville, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing issues related to the integration of heavy-duty electric vehicles in hazardous materials transportation. The letter raises safety, performance, and infrastructure concerns specific to the use of EV chassis paired with MC-331 propane pressure vessels. The company underscored the substantial increase in vehicle weight impos  more
Kids in Need of Defense Criticizes DHS Proposed Rule on Employment Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Kids in Need of Defense submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing concerns about the agency's proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. KIND, an international organization dedicated to providing legal representation and social services to unaccompanied children in immigration proceedings, outlined the detrimental effects the rule would have on children and other asylum seekers. The proposed rule  more
Korea Auto Industries Cooperative Association Urges Commerce Department to Maintain Current Section 232 Auto Parts Tariff Policies
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Korea Auto Industries Cooperative Association, Seoul, South Korea, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce opposing proposed expansions to the Section 232 automobile parts tariff list. KAICA addressed its concerns directly to the Bureau of Industry and Security, which is managing the current tariff review under the Trade Expansion Act. In its letter, KAICA argued that several items proposed for inclusion under the Section 232 tariffs eit  more
Laborers' International Union of North America Opposes DHS Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Laborers' International Union of North America submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a proposed rule that would reform employment authorization for asylum seekers. LIUNA, representing over 540,000 members nationwide, expressed concerns that the proposed regulation would have severe economic impacts on infrastructure projects by preventing currently authorized workers from remaining employed and creating new barriers for  more
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid Urges HUD to Retain 30-Day Lease Termination Notice for Subsidized Housing
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Land of Lincoln Legal Aid Inc., Springfield, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the proposed revocation of the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent in public housing and Project-Based Rental Assistance programs. The organization emphasizes the role this notice period plays in preventing evictions and preserving housing stability for low-income tenants  more
Landmark Financial Owner Brunk Supports DOL Proposal on Independent Contractor Status Under FLSA
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Landmark Financial owner Dale Brunk submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor supporting its proposal on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, emphasizing that independent contractor classification is essential to operating a client-centered financial services business. The public comment letter highlights how this structure allows small firms to function independently while maintaining compliance with securitie  more
Law Center for Better Housing Opposes HUD Proposal to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Law Center for Better Housing, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. LCBH urged HUD to maintain the 30-day notice rule, emphasizing its crucial role in protecting residents in public housing and project-based rental assistance programs, especially in Illinois where   more
Legal Action of Wisconsin Opposes HUD Proposal to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice for Nonpayment of Rent
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Action of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's interim final rule which seeks to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The nonprofit legal services provider detailed the profound consequences the revocation would have on low-income tenants relying on federal housing assistance across Wisconsin. The 30-day notice ru  more
Legal Aid at Work Opposes Proposed Independent Contractor Rule by Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Aid at Work, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding the criteria for determining employee versus independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The organization urged the Department of Labor to withdraw the proposed rule, citing concerns that t  more
Legal Aid Chicago Strongly Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Aid Chicago has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule to revoke the 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior to Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent. The organization emphasizes the role that the 30-day notice plays in protecting tenants living in subsidized housing throughout Cook County, Illinois. Legal Aid Chicago, as the largest provider of free civil legal services  more
Legal Aid Chicago Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Limiting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Chicago Immigrants and Workers' Rights Practice Group has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services expressing opposition to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The organization warns that the proposed rule would impose severe and unjustified barriers to employment authorization for asylum seekers, effectively resulting in a ban on new initial work permits fo  more
Legal Aid Societies Urge DHS To Withdraw Proposed Restrictions on Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland and the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks to significantly limit employment authorization for asylum applicants. The organizations argue that the proposed rule would impose severe hardships on asylum seekers and their families by restricting their ability to work legally while awaiting decisions on their cla  more
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland Urges HUD to Reinstate 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, Ohio, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. The nonprofit law firm, representing low-income residents of Northeast Ohio, asserted that rescinding this rule will deepen the housing crisis and lead to a surge in evictions among vulnerable populations. The 30-day notice ru  more
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee Opposes HUD Proposal to End 30-Day Notice Requirement for Evictions
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposal to eliminate the 30-day notification requirement prior to terminating leases for nonpayment of rent in public housing and project-based rental assistance properties. The organization, which provides legal services to low-income and vulnerable populations in Middle Tennessee, warned that revok  more
Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, Cincinnati, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. LASSO emphasized that the 30-day notice rule is critical to preserving housing stability for low-income tenants in Southwest Ohio who depend on federally subsidized housing programs. L  more
Legal Aid Society Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Limiting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter requests DHS to rescind the NRPM which would substantially restrict asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents, commonly known as work permits. The Legal Aid Society argued that the proposal effecti  more
Legal Services NYC Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Services NYC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing HUD's interim final rule that rescinds the 30-day written notice requirement prior to terminating leases for nonpayment of rent in federally assisted housing. Legal Services NYC is the largest civil legal services provider in the country and advocates for more than 100,000 low-income New Yorkers annually, including thousands of tenants living in publ  more
Legal Services NYC Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Services NYC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing its proposed rule affecting asylum applicants and their ability to obtain Employment Authorization Documents. LSNYC, which annually provides legal aid to thousands of low-income New Yorkers including nearly a thousand asylum seekers, warned that the rule would cause severe harm to current and future asylum-seeking clients. According to LSNYC, the proposed DHS rule wo  more
Legal Services of Northern California Opposes HUD Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Legal Services of Northern California, Sacramento, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement prior to the termination of leases for nonpayment of rent. The organization, which represents low-income tenants across 23 Northern California counties, argued that revoking the rule would remove critical protections for residents of public housing and p  more
Louisiana Offshore Terminal Authority Opposes EPA's Proposed Emission Standards for Deepwater Ports
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Louisiana Offshore Terminal Authority has submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency opposing the agency's proposed amendments to the National Emission Standards for Marine Tank Vessel Loading Operations. LOTA contends that the proposed regulation's classification of deepwater ports as "offshore facilities" improperly extends federal regulatory authority, conflicts with Louisiana state law, and imposes unfeasible economic and operational   more
LPL Financial Advocates for Independent Contractor Rule by Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., San Diego, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division regarding the proposed Independent Contractor Rule. The firm emphasized the importance of maintaining a flexible and clear standard that supports independent contractors within the financial services industry. In the letter, LPL Financial detailed its role as a trusted partner to more than 32,000 financial professionals across all 5  more
Lutheran Social Services Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Severe Work Authorization Restrictions for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing opposition to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization requests that DHS withdraw the NPRM, which would impose drastic restrictions on asylum seekers' access to Employment Authorization Documents, critical for their ability to work legally while awaiting a  more
Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rules Restricting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. MIRC called on DHS to withdraw the rule, which it argues would impose severe restrictions on asylum seekers' access to Employment Authorization Documents, otherwise known as work permits, thereby undermining the ability of asylum applicants to l  more
Maine State Secretary Bellows Sends Letter to House Administration Committee Chairman Steil on Feb. 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows. To: Bryan Steil, Chairman, Committee on House Administration, U.S. House of Representatives, 1309 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-6157 - Feb. 24, 2026 I write to voice my concerns over the Make Elections Great Again (MEGA) Act (H.R. 7300) that you introduced on January 29, 2026, and to reiterate information on Maine's free, safe and fair elections processes. The Maine Departm  more
Manhattan Institute for Policy Research Supports Labor Department Rule Favoring Independent Contractor Status for Diverse Industries
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Manhattan Institute for Policy Research has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division in response to the agency's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under several labor laws. The Manhattan Institute, a nonprofit think tank focused on promoting economic choice and individual responsibility, expressed support for the proposed rule, which centers on two primary factors: the degree of control ove  more
Meat Institute Backs EPA Registration of NovoFly Pesticide to Combat New World Screwworm Threat
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Meat Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in support of registering a novel pesticide product known as NovoFly. This product involves a genetically engineered, male-only New World Screwworm designed for use in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Sterile Insect Technique programs aimed at controlling the dangerous pest. The Meat Institute emphasized in its letter that the New World Screwworm remains a highly destruct  more
Mechanical Contractors Association Opposes Labor Department Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Mechanical Contractors Association of America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division opposing the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The association expressed concerns that the proposed 2026 notice of proposed rulemaking would harm ethical contractors, worke  more
MEMA Supports Grote Industries' Exemption Request for Rear Collision Warning System
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in support of Grote Industries, LLC's application for an exemption to operate its 4SEE Rear Collision Warning System on commercial motor vehicle trailers. The letter urges FMCSA to grant the exemption, highlighting the potential safety benefits of the technology in reducing rear-end crashes involving large trucks. MEMA represents manufacturers of vehi  more
Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Los Angeles, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a notice of proposed rulemaking by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services that would alter the process for asylum applicants to obtain employment authorization documents. MALDEF contends that the proposal would impose multiple barriers, severely limiting the ability of asylum seekers to work legally whi  more
Michigan Bankers Association Raises Concerns Over OCC's Stablecoin Regulatory Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Michigan Bankers Association, Lansing, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's proposed rule implementing the GENIUS Act governing stablecoin issuance by entities under OCC jurisdiction. The association expressed support for the OCC's efforts to create a regulatory framework to facilitate innovation in payment and settlement systems, while emphasizing key concerns that could affect safety, soundness, a  more
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center Opposes DHS Proposed Employment Authorization Rollback for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, Lansing, has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Homeland Security opposing proposed rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants." The letter raises significant legal and policy concerns regarding the department's efforts to restrict employment authorization for asylum applicants. MIRC, a nonprofit organization with extensive experience providing legal services to low-income immigrants  more
Michigan Poverty Law Program Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Michigan Poverty Law Program, a statewide advocacy organization for low-income families, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that seeks to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. MPLP urges HUD to retain the rule, which mandates that HUD Public Housing and project-based rental assistance housing providers give tena  more
Migration that Works Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Asylum Employment Authorization Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Migration that Works submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The group, which advocates for an ethical labor migration model prioritizing workers' rights and family unity, contends the proposed rule would harm many workers currently holding employment authorization and destabilize U.S. workplaces. Migration that Works  more
Missourians for Responsible Transportation Highlights Rural Infrastructure and Funding Challenges to DOT
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Missourians for Responsible Transportation, Columbia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing challenges faced by rural communities in Missouri regarding infrastructure, safety, funding, and multimodal transportation. The letter was related to DOT's Rural Opportunities To Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative. MRT emphasized that Missouri's rural transportation infrastructure suffers from insufficient data collec  more
Mont. Gov. Gianforte Sends Letter to A.G. Knudsen on Feb. 10, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Montana Governor Greg Gianforte. To: Attorney General Austin Knudsen, Montana Department of Justice, P.O .Box 201401, Helena, MT 59620 - Feb. 10, 2026 I am writing to formally request that your office initiate an investigation into recent actions taken by local governments across the State of Montana that may be in violation of House Bill 200 (HB 200), which I signed into law in 2021. I appreciate your willingness to investigate this matte  more
Moody's Investors Service Highlights Key Considerations for OCC's Stablecoin Regulatory Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Moody's Investors Service Inc., New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency addressing the agency's proposed rule to implement the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act. Moody's expressed overall support for the OCC's risk-sensitive framework focusing on high-quality reserve assets, redemption mechanics, custody, operational resilience, and capital and backstop arrangements, highlighting stro  more
Mountrail County Medical Center Urges HRSA to Reject 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Mountrail County Medical Center, Stanley, North Dakota, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration regarding the agency's Request for Information on the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The medical center strongly objects to replacing the longstanding upfront discount mechanism of the 340B program with a rebate model, citing substantial cost and operational burdens that would outweigh any potential benefits. Mountra  more
Mwalimu Center for Justice Requests Extension for DOJ Comment Period on State Capital Counsel Certification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Mwalimu Center for Justice submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice seeking an extension of the comment period for the proposed rule governing the certification process for state capital counsel systems under Chapter 154 of Title 28, United States Code. MCFJ explained that as a nonprofit law office providing post-conviction representation to individuals on death row in Louisiana, it is critically involved in state capital post-conviction pr  more
N.J. Apartment Association Urges HUD to Revoke 30-Day Notification Requirement for Eviction Notices
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The New Jersey Apartment Association, Trenton, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing support for the agency's proposal to revoke the 30-day written notification requirement for termination of leases due to nonpayment of rent in properties receiving project-based rental assistance. NJAA represents owners, managers, and developers of over 235,000 apartment homes in New Jersey and advocates on behalf of the state  more
N.M. Workforce Solutions Dept. Opposes DHS Employment Authorization Rule Impacting Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing a proposed rule titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. NMDWS warns the proposed rule would severely disrupt employment opportunities for asylum applicants in New Mexico, harming workers, employers, and the state economy. The agency highlights that nearly 215,000 immigrants reside in New Mexico, many of whom ar  more
N.Y. A.G. James Sends Letter to House Senate Members on March 18, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - New York Attorney General Letitia James and 17 co-signers. To: Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House, H-232, The Capitol, Washington, D.C. 20515; John Thune, Majority Leader, United States Senate, SD-511, Washington, DC 20510; Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Leader, 2267 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; Charles Schumer, Democratic Leader, 322 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510 - March 18, 2026 We write in regard  more
NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund Opposes DOE Rule Rescinding Nondiscrimination Protections
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's direct final rule on rescinding longstanding regulations prohibiting discrimination in federally assisted programs or activities related to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The letter was addressed to the U.S. Department of Energy. LDF argues that the DOE's DFR improperly uses a procedural mechanism intended for noncontroversial rule chang  more
NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund Urges HUD to Retain 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule for Public Housing Tenants
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development urging the agency to withdraw its proposed rulemaking to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to termination of lease for nonpayment of rent. This 30-Day Notice Rule mandates Public Housing Authorities and project-based rental assistance providers to provide tenants with 30 days' notice before filing eviction proceedings for   more
National Alliance for Caregiving Opposes DOE's Proposed Rollback of Accessibility Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Alliance for Caregiving has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing opposition to direct final rules which aim to rescind certain regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, specifically those related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs concerning new construction and alterations. The NAC highlights that these regulations currently require recipients of federal assistance to ensure new  more
National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Restrictions on Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter expresses strong concerns over DHS's plan to impose stricter barriers on asylum seekers seeking Employment Authorization Documents, commonly known as work permits. NAPAWF, a multi-issue community organizing and policy advo  more
National Association for Fixed Annuities Supports Revised Federal Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association for Fixed Annuities submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter expressed support for the Department's efforts to clarify and simplify the criteria used to distinguish independent contractors f  more
National Association of Home Builders Supports Labor Department Proposed Rule on Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Home Builders has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor concerning the agency's proposed rule on defining employee and independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and other related laws. NAHB expressed support for the Department's plan to rescind prior guidance and adopt standards similar to those issued in 2021. NAHB highlighted the importance of independent contractors and subcontractors in th  more
National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors Supports Labor Department's Proposal to Reinstate Economic Reality Test for Independent Contractors
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing support for the agency's proposed rule aimed at clarifying employee and independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and related laws. NAIFA praised the department's intention to rescind its 2024 guidance and reinstate criteria similar to the 2021 Economic Reality Test for independent contractor  more
National Association of Manufacturers Supports Labor Department Proposed Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Manufacturers submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Wage and Hour Division's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The NAM, representing the U.S. manufacturing community including businesses of all sizes across every state, expressed support for the agency's  more
National Association of Realtors Supports Labor Department Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Realtors, Chicago, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor advocating for the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employee or Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act." Representing 1.4 million real estate professionals, NAR emphasizes that the Department of Labor's proposed rule promotes consistency and predictability in worker classification, aligning with federal law through clear  more
National Association of Small Trucking Companies Urges Explicit Recognition of Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Small Trucking Companies, Gallatin, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the proposed rule on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. NASTC praised the proposed rule for improving on its predecessor and urged the agency to explicitly recognize the independent contr  more
National Association of Towns & Townships Calls for Equitable Rural Transportation Funding
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Association of Towns and Townships submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success Initiative. This letter outlines the transportation challenges faced by rural towns and townships, emphasizing the disproportionate share of rural road miles they manage compared to the minimal federal funding they receive. NATaT represents sm  more
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly for Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Cattlemen's Beef Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to approve Section 3 product registration of NovoFly, an innovative tool designed to combat the New World screwworm pest threatening U.S. cattle. The NCBA, representing approximately 26,000 direct members and nearly 178,000 through state affiliates, described the immediate need for effective measures to protect the national cattle herd   more
National Center for Law and Economic Justice Opposes Narrowing Employee Classification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Center for Law and Economic Justice, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the standard for determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. NCLEJ argues that the proposed rule undermines the broad definitions of employment establishe  more
National Corn Growers Association President Bower Sends Letter to House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Thompson on Feb. 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower. To: Glenn "GT" Thompson, Chairman, U.S. House Committee on Agriculture, Washington, DC 20515 and Angie Craig, Ranking Member, U.S. House Committee on Agriculture, Washington, DC 20515 - Feb. 20, 2026 As the Committee on Agriculture approaches the legislative markup for the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) appreciates your work   more
National Domestic Workers Alliance Opposes DOL Proposal on Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The National Domestic Workers Alliance, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on defining employee versus independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The NDWA, which advocates for the rights of the 2.2 million domestic workers nationwide, warns the NPRM would worsen worker miscl  more
National Foreign Trade Council Calls for Greater Guidance and Simplification in Section 987 Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Foreign Trade Council, an association of U.S. businesses engaged in international trade and investment, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service addressing Notice 2026-17. This notice proposes modifications to the rules for computing taxable income, loss, and foreign currency gain or loss under Section 987, which affect how multinational enterprises manage taxation of foreign currency transactio  more
National Home Delivery Association Urges Labor Department to Clarify Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Home Delivery Association Inc., Falls Church, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. NHDA, a nonprofit trade association representing leading third-party logistics companies specializing in last-mile de  more
National Housing Law Project Opposes HUD's Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Time Limits for Federally Assisted Housing
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Housing Law Project, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's recently proposed rule, "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." NHLP, an organization dedicated to advancing housing justice for low-income communities, argues that the proposed rule exceeds HUD's legal authority, lacks supportive evidence, and risks destabil  more
National Lawyers Guild Opposes DOL Proposal to Narrow Worker Classification Standards
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The National Lawyers Guild Labor and Employment Committee, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the standard for determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The NLG committee argues that the proposed expansion of independent contractor definit  more
National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Association Urges Labor Department to Adopt Clear Framework for Independent Contractor Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor addressing the agency's proposed rule regarding employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The association, representing dealers in the lumber and building materials industry, expressed support for DOL's initiative  more
National Ocean Industries Association Urges Streamlined Regulations for Offshore Mineral Development
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Ocean Industries Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management in response to proposed administrative revisions to regulations governing outer continental shelf minerals excluding oil, gas, and sulfur. Representing companies engaged in the commercial development of critical minerals and rare earth elements from seabeds in U.S. and international waters, NOIA emphasized the vast potentia  more
National Pork Producers Council Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly for Screwworm Prevention
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Pork Producers Council, Urbandale, Iowa, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in support of the registration of NovoFly, a product under review by the EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs. NPPC, representing more than 60,000 U.S. pork producers, emphasized the urgency in addressing the threat posed by the New World screwworm, an invasive pest that risks significant damage to livestock and the broader economy. The letter  more
National Restaurant Association Urges Clearer Independent Contractor Rules for Restaurants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Restaurant Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on employee and independent contractor status under several labor laws. Representing over one million restaurant and foodservice establishments, many of which are small businesses, the Association emphasized the need for clear and workable rules that align with the dynamic and demand-driven nature of restaurant operatio  more
National Roofing Contractors Association Supports Labor Department Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Roofing Contractors Association, Itasca, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing support for the agency's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. NRCA highlighted the importance of clear and unambiguous regulations to help roofing industry employers and independen  more
National School Transportation Association Urges Caution on FMCSA Railroad Grade Crossing Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National School Transportation Association submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration expressing concerns over a proposed exception related to stopping requirements at railroad grade crossings equipped with active warning devices that are not activated. The letter responds to FMCSA's Notice of Data Availability concerning data on crashes and safety implications at railroad crossings. NSTA, a leading organization representing   more
National Small Business Association Urges Durable Federal Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Small Business Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. Representing over 65,000 members nationwide, NSBA emphasized the need for clearer and more administrable standards for worker classification that align with econ  more
National Taxpayers Union Urges Labor Department to Simplify Worker Classification Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Taxpayers Union submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed rule on determining employee or independent contractor status under federal labor laws. NTU addressed the department's intention to rescind the 2024 independent contractor classification rule and replace it with a framework emphasizing core principles of the traditional economic reality test. NTU, the nation's oldest taxpayer advocacy organizatio  more
National Treasury Employees Union Opposes OPM's Proposed Rule Overhauling Reduction-In-Force Procedures
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The National Treasury Employees Union has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management expressing opposition to a March 5, 2026, proposed rule revising Reduction-In-Force regulations. NTEU contends that the rule undermines longstanding, objective RIF criteria by prioritizing subjective performance ratings over seniority and length of service in federal workforce layoffs. In the letter, NTEU outlines that OPM's proposal departs from decades of  more
National Urban League Opposes Labor Department's Proposed Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The National Urban League, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The civil rights organization representing historically underserved communities argues the proposed rule would unjustly n  more
Nebraska Appleseed Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Nebraska Appleseed, Lincoln, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The nonprofit organization, representing the economic justice interests of Nebraskans, requested HUD to withdraw the rule entirely, citing potential harm to low-income renters and families. Nebraska Appleseed argued that the prop  more
Nevada Apartment Association Supports HUD Proposal to Remove 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Nevada State Apartment Association, Las Vegas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development endorsing the agency's proposed rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. NVSAA, which represents nearly 75 percent of Nevada's multifamily housing inventory, conveyed that the existing state eviction laws provide sufficient notice protections and that HUD's proposal wou  more
Nevada Legal Services Urges HUD to Reinstate 30-Day Notice Rule for Subsidized Housing Evictions
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Nevada Legal Services Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The organization advocates for reinstating this rule, emphasizing its critical role in protecting low-income tenants living in subsidized housing across Nevada. Nevada Legal Services, the state's sole statewide civil legal aid organization, hig  more
New Moms Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirements and Time Limits on Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- New Moms, a Chicago-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young mothers experiencing poverty and homelessness, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule change titled Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits. The organization asked HUD to withdraw the proposal entirely, citing the severe risks it poses to housing stability for vuln  more
New York Immigration Coalition Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Employment Authorization Restrictions for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The New York Immigration Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security expressing opposition to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would severely restrict employment authorization for asylum applicants. The DHS proposal aims to overhaul the rules for asylum seekers seeking Employment Authorization Documents, which NYIC argues would make lawful employment virtually unattainable for many awaiting asylum decisions.   more
New York Legal Assistance Group Urges DHS to Rescind Rule Severely Restricting Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The New York Legal Assistance Group has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to rescind its proposed rulemaking on employment authorization for asylum applicants. The letter addresses the notice of proposed rulemaking issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services which would impose stringent restrictions on asylum seekers' access to employment authorization documents or work permits. NYLAG, a legal service organization a  more
New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority Calls for Comprehensive Safety Analysis Before Changing Railroad Grade Crossing Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding data recently posted in a Notification of Data Availability associated. The letter addresses the FMCSA's proposed rule change related to exceptions for stopping at railroad grade crossings equipped with active warning devices that are not activated. In its letter, the MTA expressed support for the FMCSA's stated commitmen  more
News/Media Alliance Supports Department of Labor Proposed Rule on Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The News/Media Alliance, the largest trade association representing approximately 2,200 news, magazine, and digital media organizations, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The Alliance, Arlington, Virginia, which repre  more
North America's Building Trades Unions Oppose Labor Department Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- North America's Building Trades Unions submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and related statutes. NABTU, representing over three million construction workers through its affiliated unions, criticized the rule for enabling contractors to more easily classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees. NABTU asserts   more
North Carolina Justice Center Opposes Labor Department Proposal on Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The North Carolina Justice Center, Raleigh, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that seeks to redefine who qualifies as an employee versus an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The proposed rule aims to narrow the statutory definition of employee status, a move the Justice Cent  more
Northwest Workers Justice Project Criticizes Labor Department's Proposed Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Northwest Workers' Justice Project, Portland, Oregon, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the standard for determining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The organization opposes the proposed rule, describing it as deeply flawed and inconsistent with   more
Nuclear Energy Institute Urges NRC to Revise Proposed ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Nuclear Energy Institute submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission addressing concerns with the agency's Proposed Rule titled "Approval of the 2023 Edition of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and Code Cases, Revision 41." NEI represents the nuclear energy industry's interests and is urging the NRC to revise the final rule to better align with the industry's needs and current ASME Code provis  more
NumbersUSA Urges Stronger Employment Authorization Reforms for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- NumbersUSA, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization expressed support for the proposed regulatory changes aiming to address the surging asylum caseload and the associated work permit issues. NumbersUSA highlighted that the United States asylum system is facing an unsustainable backl  more
Ok. A.G. Drummond Sends Letters to House Senate Leaders on March 16, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond. To: John Thune, Majority Leader, United States Senate, 511 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 and Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader, United States Senate, 322 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 - March 16, 2026 We, the undersigned Attorneys General, strongly support the nomination of United States Senator Markwayne Mullin to serve as Secretary of the Department o  more
Oregon for All Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Oregon for All, Woodburn, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning employment authorization for asylum applicants. The coalition urged DHS to rescind the NPRM, which it contends would effectively eliminate work permit eligibility for most asylum seekers during the pending period of their applications. The NPRM, issued on February 23, 2026, would delay work authorization un  more
Oregon Opposes DHS Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Oregon's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Advancement has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the February 23, 2026 notice of proposed rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants (Docket No.: USCIS-2025-0370). OIRA raises concerns that the proposed rule would severely hinder asylum seekers' ability to work and support themselves, creating economic hardships for individuals and negative impacts o  more
Orlando Housing Authority Submits Public Comment Letter on HUD's Proposed Work Requirement
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Orlando Housing Authority, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the agency's proposed work requirement for housing program participants. The letter offers feedback based on OHA's experience with work requirements implemented under its Moving to Work program and suggests modifications to better support households transitioning from subsidized housing to independent employment. OHA noted that the   more
ORNL Federal Credit Union Supports NCUA's Proposal to Modernize Compensation Rules for Lending Activities
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- ORNL Federal Credit Union, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding the agency's proposed amendment which addresses compensation related to loans and lines of credit to members. The federally chartered credit union, serving over 225,000 members with approximately $4.7 billion in assets in East Tennessee, expressed support for the NCUA's effort to clarify and modernize the regulatory framework on employee  more
ORNL Federal Credit Union Supports Removal of Redundant Language in NCUA Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- ORNL Federal Credit Union, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration regarding a proposed amendment to federal rules (Sec.701.39). The proposed rule would remove the definition of the phrase "except as otherwise provided by law or except as otherwise provided by federal law" from the regulation. ORNL Federal Credit Union emphasizes support for this change, arguing that the provision is redundant and fails to offer  more
ORNL Federal Credit Union Urges Retention of Financial Literacy Requirement for Board Members
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- ORNL Federal Credit Union, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration expressing concerns about the agency's proposed rule to eliminate the mandate that newly elected or appointed board directors attain a working familiarity with basic finance and accounting practices within six months. The federally chartered credit union highlighted the importance of this requirement given its role in promoting strong governan  more
Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Calls for Clarification in Labor Department Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, Grain Valley, Missouri, submitted a public comment letter to the United States Department of Labor concerning the agency's rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The association applauded the Department's efforts for clarity but urged important amendments to prevent misclassifica  more
Pa. Gov. Shapiro Sends Letter to PJM Interim CEO Mills on Feb. 10, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. To: David Mills, Interim CEO and Chair, PJM Board of Managers, 2750 Monroe Blvd., Audubon, PA 19403 - Feb. 10, 2026 Thank you for taking the time to speak to me by telephone yesterday. I write to follow up on our conversation regarding PJM's forthcoming decision on whether to extend the current price collar and in turn save consumers billions of dollars, as called for by the White House and all 13 PJM Go  more
Pacific Legal Foundation Urges Clearer Employee Classification Rules in Labor Department Comment
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Pacific Legal Foundation, Sacramento, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's proposed 2026 rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The comment supports the Department's proposal to rescind the 2024 rule and readopt the 2021 rule with modifications, emphasizing the   more
PayrollOrg Seeks Clarity on Worker Classification in Comments to Department of Labor
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- PayrollOrg, San Antonio, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division concerning the proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The letter highlights concerns and requests for clarification aimed at improving compliance and administrative clarity for employers and payroll p  more
Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network Housing Law Group Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirement and Time Limit Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network Housing Law Group submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing a proposed rule establishing work requirements and term limits for recipients of HUD-assisted housing. The group asserts that the proposal exceeds HUD's statutory authority, risks harm to families, and would not effectively increase economic self-sufficiency for tenants. In their letter, the Housing Law Group emphasized t  more
Pension Rights Center Calls for Stronger Paper Disclosure Protections in Response to Department of Labor Proposal
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Pension Rights Center submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration regarding the agency's proposed regulatory provisions to implement Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act. The proposal addresses the requirement that certain private sector retirement plans provide participants with paper benefit statements, in addition to modifications to electronic disclosure safe harbors established in 2002 and 2020. The Pe  more
Pew Charitable Trusts Urges BOEM to Maintain Environmental Protections in Deep Sea Mining Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Pew Charitable Trusts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management expressing opposition to proposed administrative revisions to regulations related to outer continental shelf minerals other than oil, gas, and sulphur. The letter emphasizes concerns that the proposed rule changes, while described as administrative, may have substantive environmental and regulatory consequences, particularly for deep sea m  more
Phagans' Cosmetology Colleges Challenges Department of Education's Earnings Premium Accountability Framework
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Phagans' Cosmetology Colleges, a family-owned cosmetology school group, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education criticizing the Proposed Earnings Premium Accountability Framework. The letter argues that the Department's methodology threatens not only their schools but also rural workforce pipelines, community services, and access to licensed cosmetology education for underserved students. Phagans' Cosmetology Colleges, Bend, Oregon, serving  more
PHI Urges Labor Department to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Independent Contractor Classification Affecting Home Care Workers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- PHI, a national organization dedicated to strengthening the direct care workforce, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. PHI, New York, focused on the adverse effects the proposed rule wo  more
Philadelphia Legal Assistance Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Philadelphia Legal Assistance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor classification. The proposed rule seeks to revise how workers are classified under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. In its letter, PLA emphasized the detrimental impact the rule would have on vulnerable worker  more
Policy Matters Ohio Opposes Department of Labor Rule on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Policy Matters Ohio, Columbus, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. In their letter, Policy Matters Ohio urged the Department of Labor to withdraw the proposed rule, arguing it would narro  more
Political Asylum Immigration Group Opposes Proposed DHS Employment Authorization Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Political Asylum Immigration Representation Project Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the proposed rule titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants". PAIR is a leading nonprofit legal service provider supporting indigent asylum seekers in Massachusetts and detained noncitizens in New England. PAIR warns that the proposed rule threatens to destabilize the workforce, disrupt employer operat  more
Portfolio Resources Group Urges Labor Department to Finalize Rule Supporting Independent Contractor Status
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Portfolio Resources Group Inc., Coral Gables, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor advocating for the finalization of a rule that preserves the independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The letter supports the Department of Labor's 2026 proposal aimed at clarifying the status of independent contractors, particularly emphasizing its importance for financial advisors who operate under this model. The org  more
Pro Se Plus Project Urges DHS to Rescind Rule Limiting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Pro Se Plus Project submitted a public comment letter today to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter urges the Department to rescind the February 23, 2026 NPRM, which would place severe restrictions on asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents, commonly known as work permits, while their claims are pending before U.S. Citize  more
Professional Beauty Federation Opposes Earnings Accountability Rule for Cosmetology Programs
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Professional Beauty Federation of California, Auburn, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education objecting to the department's proposed earnings accountability rule. The federation argues that the proposed rule is legally unsupported and poses a threat to the cosmetology and beauty industries, particularly affecting private postsecondary cosmetology and barbering schools. The PBFC, which represents over  more
Public Interest Law Center Opposes HUD Proposed Work Requirements for Rental Housing
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Public Interest Law Center submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule that would establish time limits and work requirements for most HUD-funded rental housing. The Law Center cautioned that the rule could negatively impact Philadelphians relying on HUD-assisted housing and destabilize affordable housing availability in Philadelphia and the surrounding Delaware Valley. The organization, w  more
Puerto Rico Builders Association Urges HUD to Address Income Limit Issues in Housing Work Requirements Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Puerto Rico Builders Association, San Juan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits". PRBA, representing housing development stakeholders in Puerto Rico, expressed support for HUD's proposed rule allowing local flexibility and voluntary implementation of work requirements and term limits   more
R.I. Gov. McKee Sends Letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent on March 11, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Rhode Island Governor Daniel J. McKee. To: Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury, U.S. Department of the Treasury, 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20220 - March 11, 2026 Rising costs across the country have put significant pressure on families and businesses in Rhode Island. Addressing these affordability challenges has been a central priority of my administration. That is why I launched Rhode Island's Affordability fo  more
REAL Women in Trucking Opposes Department of Labor's Proposed Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- REAL Women in Trucking Association, Henderson, Nevada, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor concerning the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under several labor laws. The organization cautions that the proposed rule would mark a major shift away from longstanding Department policies and could lead to widespread misclassification of workers, including truck drivers. REAL Women in Trucking argues that the c  more
Refugee & Immigrant Center for Education & Legal Services Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Limiting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a February 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would impose sweeping restrictions on asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents. RAICES argues that the NPRM would drastically extend waiting periods, introduce new eligibility barriers, and introduce discretion allowing DHS to deny work permi  more
Refugee Advocacy Lab Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule Restricting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Refugee Advocacy Lab has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a notice of proposed rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization argues the proposed rule would make seeking asylum economically impossible for most people and cause detrimental effects on local communities, businesses, and state economies. The letter outlines the Refugee Advocacy Lab's experience advocating for  more
Refugee Council USA Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization Reform
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Refugee Council USA has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the proposed rule on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The coalition of forty members representing refugee resettlement agencies, legal service providers, and related organizations warns that the rule would effectively close the asylum employment authorization system and urges the Department of Homeland Security to withdraw the rule entirely.  more
Safari Club International Urges National Park Service to Rescind Controversial Alaska Hunting Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Safari Club International has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. National Park Service supporting the agency's proposed rule to rescind prior regulations on hunting and trapping in Alaska's national preserves. SCI argues that these former rules, promulgated in 2015, 2017, and 2024, unlawfully interfered with Alaska's state-managed wildlife framework and conflicted with Congressional intent as set forth in the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act. SC  more
SailPoint Inc. Highlights Security Risks and Recommendations for AI Agent Systems in NIST Public Comment
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- SailPoint Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology concerning security considerations for Artificial Intelligence agent systems. The letter responds to NIST's Request for Information on this subject, emphasizing the importance of secure development and deployment of AI agents to mitigate risks associated with their increasing capabilities and autonomy. SailPoint cautions that AI agent systems introduce unique security t  more
Sanctuary for Families Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Restricting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sanctuary for Families, New York, has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to rescind its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at restricting asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents. The letter addresses proposed changes titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. Sanctuary for Families contends that the NPRM would dramatically limit asylum seekers' ability to work lawfully while their   more
Santa Clara County Housing Authority Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirements and Term Limits Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Santa Clara County Housing Authority, San Jose, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing concerns about the proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." SCCHA, which serves approximately 22,000 families in one of the nation's most expensive rental markets, emphasized significant drawbacks of the proposal while urging HUD to reconsider and  more
Satellite Industry Association Urges DOT to Modernize Regulations for Spacecraft Hazardous Materials Transport
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Satellite Industry Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration addressing the modernization of regulations concerning the transportation of hazardous materials integral to spacecraft components and payloads. The comments focus on improving regulatory efficiency and providing greater certainty for space companies engaged in transporting hazardous materials used in propulsion   more
Schuman Cheese Raises Concerns Over Proposed USDA Dairy Import Licensing Changes
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Schuman Cheese, a U.S.-based importer and manufacturer of hard Italian cheeses, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service addressing proposed revisions to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Quota Import Licensing program. The letter voices significant opposition to several rule changes emphasizing potential disruptions to the orderly dairy import market and adverse impacts on industry stakeholders. Schuman Cheese, which impor  more
Securities Industry Financial Markets Association Supports Labor Department Proposal to Reinstate Economic Realities Test for Independent Contractors
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Securities Industry Financial Markets Association, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the agency's proposal to rescind the 2024 rule and reinstate the 2021 rule with modifications regarding independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. In its letter, SIFMA highlighted the essential role that independent contr  more
Sen. Wyden Sends Letter to GSK CEO Miels on March 3, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 (TNSletter) -- Public policy letter - Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, Ranking Member, Committee on Finance, and six co-signers. To: Luke Miels, Chief Executive Officer, GSK, 79 New Oxford Street. London, United Kingdom, WC1A 1DG - March 3, 2026 On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the Republican reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) into law. That bill included nearly $900 billion in cuts to the Medicaid program, which will create disastrous consequences for state budgets, and, in turn,   more
Service Employees International Union Urges Labor Department to Withdraw Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Service Employees International Union submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor challenging the agency's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. SEIU, representing two million workers across various service sectors, criticized the proposal for potentially increasing worker misclassification and   more
Shoshone Medical Center Opposes Shift to 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Shoshone Medical Center, Kellogg, Idaho, submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration opposing the implementation of a rebate model under the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The hospital argues that the current upfront discount mechanism, which has been in place for decades, better serves covered entities by enabling them to maximize scarce federal resources and provide comprehensive healthcare services. The medical center emphasized t  more
Signatory Wall & Ceiling Contractors Alliance Opposes Labor Department Proposal on Worker Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking titled "Employee or Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act." SWACCA, a trade association representing approximately 400 union-signatory wall and ceiling construction employers nationwide, outlined concerns that the proposed rule would adversely affect industry employers, workers,  more
Sikh Coalition Urges DHS to Rescind Employment Authorization Reform
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Sikh Coalition, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform" published on February 23, 2026. The nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the civil rights of Sikh Americans, expressed deep concerns that the NPRM's overhaul of work authorization for asylum seekers will inflict severe harm on Sikh   more
Small Business in Transportation Coalition Protests UCR Fee Increase Amid Litigation and Data Concerns
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Small Business in Transportation Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration protesting the proposed increase of Unified Carrier Registration fees for 2027. The coalition objects to a roughly 20% fee hike, which would raise costs by $9,329 for the largest fee bracket, citing ongoing litigation and concerns over fee calculation methods. SBTC represents over 21,000 trucking indus  more
Society for Human Resource Management Supports DOL's Proposed Rule on Worker Classification and Offers Recommendations for Improvement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Society for Human Resource Management, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in response to the Wage and Hour Division's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. Representing nearly 340,000 members worldwide, SHRM strongly supports the proposed rule's return to a core factors   more
Society for Human Resource Management Urges DHS to Streamline Employment Authorization Process for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Society for Human Resource Management, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regarding the proposed rule on employment authorization reform for asylum applicants. SHRM, representing nearly 340,000 HR professionals and business executives globally, emphasized the importance of addressing labor shortages while maintaining robust security measures in the immigration system. SHRM highlighted ongoing chall  more
South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Provides Input on Atlantic Shark Fisheries Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, North Charleston, South Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the National Marine Fisheries Service addressing the Proposed Rule to Revise Commercial Atlantic Blacknose Shark and Recreational Atlantic Shark Fisheries Management Measures. The council expressed concerns over current shark management practices and disruptions to the South Atlantic fisheries due to restrictive trip limits and discard-related waste. They   more
SouthCoast Fair Housing Urges HUD to Reinstate 30-Day Notice Rule for Evictions
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- SouthCoast Fair Housing, a nonprofit fair housing organization serving Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Islands, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. SCFH urges HUD to reinstate the rule, which mandates that public housing and project-based rental assista  more
Southern Poverty Law Center Opposes HUD's Plan to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing opposition to HUD's proposed revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent. The SPLC warns that eliminating this rule, which currently mandates a 30-day notice period for tenants in public housing and project-based rental assistance programs, removes critical evi  more
Southern Poverty Law Center Opposes HUD's Proposed Work Requirements and Term Limits Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The SPLC cautions that the proposal, which would permit Public Housing Agencies and certain Multifamily Housing Owners to impose stricter work verification and two-year term limits on HUD-funded rental  more
Southern Poverty Law Center Opposes Labor Department Proposed Rule Narrowing Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's proposed rule that would narrow the definition of "employee" under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The SPLC argues that the rule would make it easier for employers to misclassify workers as independent contractors, denying them federal labor  more
Southern Tier Independence Center Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Notice Rule for Non-Payment of Rent
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Southern Tier Independence Center Inc., Binghamton, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's interim final rule change that revoked the 30-day notice requirement for non-payment of rent. STIC serves individuals with disabilities across parts of New York and Pennsylvania, focusing on helping them live independently in integrated community settings. In its letter, STIC acknowledged the rig  more
Southwest Region Planning Commission Highlights Rural Transportation Challenges in DOT Letter
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Southwest Region Planning Commission, Keene, New Hampshire, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation in response to its Request for Information on rural transportation issues. The commission detailed numerous challenges affecting rural infrastructure, transit, safety, and technology while suggesting potential areas for federal support and assistance. The letter emphasized concerns about aging bridges and culverts unable to handle inc  more
SPARK Institute Urges Clarity on Department of Labor's E-Delivery Safe Harbor Amendments
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The SPARK Institute Inc., Simsbury, Connecticut, representing retirement plan recordkeepers, mutual fund companies, brokerage firms, insurance companies, banks, consultants, trade clearing firms, and investment managers, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration. The letter addresses the Department's proposed amendments to electronic disclosure safe harbors mandated by Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of  more
Spokane Housing Authority Calls for Voluntary Work Requirements in Housing Program
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Spokane Housing Authority submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding a proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits" for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. SHA, which administers the program in various counties throughout Washington state, emphasized the need for local flexibility and voluntary adoption of work requirements and term limits to s  more
Sur Legal Collaborative Opposes Narrowing Employee Definition in Labor Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sur Legal Collaborative, Atlanta, Georgia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the criteria for distinguishing employees from independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. Sur Legal Collaborative opposes the Department's proposal to narrow the definition of "employee," warning it con  more
Tahirih Justice Center, 52 Organizations Oppose DHS Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tahirih Justice Center, joined by 52 organizations supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other gender-based violence, submitted a public comment letter opposing the Department of Homeland Security's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter was addressed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services expressing concerns about the proposed rule's impact on asylum-seek  more
Tax Executives Institute Urges IRS for Clear Guidance on Section 987 CFC Election and Related Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tax Executives Institute Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service outlining the department's plans to issue proposed regulations under section 987 of the Internal Revenue Code, which aim to simplify the operation of related rules, reduce compliance burdens, and refine certain provisions impacting ordinary transactions. TEI highlighted concerns about the timing and procedural guidance for making the Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) el  more
TechNet Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Rule Restricting Work Authorization for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- TechNet submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter highlights concerns that the proposed rule would significantly limit work authorization access for asylum seekers, exacerbating workforce shortages across key U.S. industries, including the technology sector. TechNet, representing more than 100 American companies  more
Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan Opposes HUD's Proposed Work Requirements and Term Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan, a tenant advocacy organization based in Lansing, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The rule would allow public housing agencies and subsidized housing owners to impose work reporting requirements and time limits as conditions for continued housing a  more
Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan Opposes HUD's Revocation of 30-Day Eviction Notice Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's Interim Final Rule that revokes the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent in federally assisted housing. TRCMM, a tenant advocacy organization serving Lansing and the broader Mid-Michigan area, urged HUD to reinstate the 30-day notice rule that mandates public housing and   more
Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan Urges HUD to Withdraw Proposed Work Requirements and Time Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tenant Resource Center of Mid-Michigan, a tenant advocacy organization serving Lansing and the greater Mid-Michigan area, submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing the agency's proposed rule titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The letter emphatically requests that HUD withdraw the proposed rule, which would permit public housing authorities and subsidized housing  more
Tennessee Justice Center Opposes DOE Proposal to Rescind Disability Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Tennessee Justice Center, Nashville, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing proposed rescission of critical accessibility regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The letter propose eliminating key requirements for new construction and existing building accessibility in federally assisted programs. The Tennessee Justice Center urged the DOE Office of Civil Rights and EEO and the Office of Minority Econo  more
Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Urges EPA to Approve Emergency Exemption for New World Screwworm Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association submitted a public comment letter to the United States Environmental Protection Agency supporting the U.S. Department of Agriculture's request for an emergency exemption and registration of NovoFly, a genetically engineered male-only New World screwworm pesticide. TSCRA represents approximately 28,000 members involved in beef production and natural resource stewardship across Texas and the Southwest. TSCRA emphasized   more
Texas A&M AgriLife Research Advocates for NovoFly Approval to Combat New World Screwworm
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas AgriLife Extension Service submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency endorsing the approval of the NovoFly biopesticide under the Section 3 product registration process. The organizations highlighted the urgent need for this technology to address the resurgence of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly posing a renewed threat to livestock and wildlife in Texas after a 44-year absence. The letter   more
Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept. Provides Data on Proposal to Remove Geocarpon Minimum From Endangered Species List
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the agency's proposal to remove Geocarpon minimum from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Plants. TPWD did not take a stance on the removal but offered species-specific information relevant to Texas populations and conservation considerations. The comment letter indicated that while several recovery criteria have been met for the plant in o  more
Transportation Intermediaries Association Backs Department of Labor's Proposed Worker Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Transportation Intermediaries Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the agency's proposal to rescind the 2024 worker classification rule and reinstate a framework based largely on the 2021 rule. The association emphasized that the proposed rule offers essential clarity and predictability in classifying workers as employees or independent contractors under laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medica  more
Trautmann Martin Law Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Restricting Work Permits for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Trautmann Martin Law PLLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would severely restrict asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents, commonly referred to as work permits. The firm argued that the proposed rule would unjustly strip asylum seekers of dignity and the ability to contribute economically to American society. In the letter, Trautmann Martin Law,   more
Truckload Carriers Association Urges Clearer Guidelines on Independent Contractor Status for Truck Drivers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Truckload Carriers Association, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division regarding the proposed rulemaking on Employee or Independent Contractor Status under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The association, representing the truckload segment of the trucking industry across the United States, Alaska, Mexico, and Canada, emphasized the importance of maintaining a clear and predictable framework for cl  more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Supports Department of Labor's Proposed Regulation on Paper Disclosures Under SECURE 2.0
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration expressing support for the agency's proposed regulation concerning paper disclosures mandated by Section 338 of the SECURE 2.0 Act. The letter affirms that the proposed regulation aligns well with the statutory requirements and does not require additional modifications. The letter highlights that Section 338 amends disclosure requiremen  more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Urges USCIS to Withdraw Employment Authorization Pause for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services expressing opposition to the agency's proposed rule to pause new Employment Authorization Document processing for asylum applicants. The letter addresses concerns over the potential economic harm associated with the proposal, which the Chamber argues would remove valuable employees from the lawful workforce without effectively addressing national security or imm  more
U.S. Committee for Refugees & Immigrant Opposes DHS Proposed Rulemaking to Restrict Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants submitted a public comment letter strongly opposing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The agency's proposed rule would impose sweeping changes that extend waiting periods, add processing delays, and introduce new eligibility barriers for initial asylum-based employment authorization documents. USCRI, a nonprofit organization   more
Uber Technologies Urges Labor Department to Clarify Independent Contractor Rulemaking
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Uber Technologies Inc., San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division supporting the agency's proposed rulemaking on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The company welcomed the proposed crisp, two-step economic-realities test as an improvement over prior regulations but u  more
United African Organization Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Restrictions on Asylum Applicants' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- United African Organization submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the February 23, 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The organization expressed concerns that the NPRM's proposed restrictions on Employment Authorization Documents for asylum seekers would severely limit their ability to work lawfully while awaiting adjudication, which could have devastating effect  more
United Brotherhood of Carpenters Opposes DOL's Proposed Independent Contractor Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the agency's proposed rule on employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. The proposed rule seeks to revise the interpretation of independent contractor classification but, according to the UBC, revives flawed concepts from a di  more
United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Criticizes DHS Increase of H-2B Visa Caps Citing Worker Exploitation and Wage Suppression
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The United Food and Commercial Workers International Union submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Employment and Training Administration, opposing the temporary rule to raise the fiscal year 2026 cap on H-2B Temporary Nonagricultural Worker visas by up to 64,716. The union, representing 1.2 million workers in sectors including grocery, meatpacking, and food processing, argued the visa expansion ignores serious concerns about lab  more
United Food & Commercial Workers International Voices Opposition to DHS Proposed Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The United Food and Commercial Workers International Union submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding its proposed rule on employment authorization reform for asylum applicants. UFCW highlighted that the changes, including extending the waiting period for employment authorization from 150 to 365 days, would have detrimental effects on asylum seekers, immigrant workers, American workers, employers, and communities nationwide. T  more
University of California Center for WorkLife Law Submits Public Comment Opposing DOL Proposed Rule on Employee Classification
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The University of California College of the Law Center for WorkLife Law, San Francisco, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing opposition to the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. WorkLife Law asserts that Congress intend  more
University of Hawaii Highlights Transportation Challenges in Letter to DOT
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The University of Hawaii Rural Health Research and Policy Center, Honolulu, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing rural transportation infrastructure needs in Hawaii. The letter responds to the department's Request for Information on the ROUTES Initiative, which focuses on rural transportation infrastructure needs and barriers. UH RHRPC's input emphasizes Hawaii's unique rural transportation system that relies heavily on av  more
USDA Urges EPA to Approve NovoFly Male-Only GE New World Screwworm for Enhanced Pest Control
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the agency's consideration of NovoFlyTM, a genetically engineered male-only New World Screwworm strain designed for sterile insect technique use. The letter highlights USDA's support for EPA's review of the active ingredients, LshidAla2 and tTAo proteins, in NovoFlyTM and encourages approval for both a Section 18 emergency exemption and a full Section   more
Venable LLP Urges FDA to Recognize Synthetic Derivatives as Dietary Ingredients Under DSHEA
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Venable LLP has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the scope of dietary supplement ingredients under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994. The letter addresses the FDA's inquiry on the inclusion of synthetically produced or chemically modified derivatives of naturally occurring dietary or endogenous compounds within the existing dietary supplement regulatory framework established by DSHEA and codified in  more
Vinyl Industry Group Flags Underestimated Burdens in EPA's CBI Claims Collection Renewal
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Vinyl Institute, representing major producers within the vinyl industry, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency addressing concerns over the agency's proposed renewal of the Information Collection Request for Confidential Business Information claims under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). VI highlights that EPA's current estimates significantly underestimate the time and resources required for companies to comply with CBI  more
Virginia Apartment Management Association Urges HUD to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Virginia Apartment Management Association, representing over 320,000 rental homes across Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. VAMA expressed support for HUD's proposed rule to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent, emphasizing the importance of returning eviction policy authority to states. VAMA emphasized that Virginia already regulates eviction  more
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Urges EPA to Maintain Ethylene Oxide Emission Standards for Sterilization Facilities
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing concerns about the agency's proposed revisions to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Ethylene Oxide (EtO) emissions from sterilization facilities. VADEQ opposes EPA's proposal to rescind the Section 112(f)(2) residual risk standards finalized in 2024, highlighting that these standards are a critical founda  more
Virginia Poverty Law Center Opposes HUD Proposal on Work Requirements and Term Limits for Housing Assistance
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Virginia Poverty Law Center has submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's proposed rulemaking titled "Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits." The proposed rule would allow Public Housing Authorities and owners of HUD-assisted housing to implement work requirements and time limits that could lead to the loss of rental assistance for residents who do not meet stringent con  more
Volunteer Lawyers for Justice Oppose HUD's Proposal to Revoke 30-Day Eviction Notice Requirement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Volunteer Lawyers for Justice, Newark, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development opposing HUD's interim final rule proposal to revoke the 30-day notification requirement prior to lease termination for nonpayment of rent in HUD-assisted housing programs. The proposal would affect tenants in Public Housing and Project-Based Rental Assistance, collectively called Covered Programs, and VLJ warns it would increase  more
Washington Legal Foundation Endorses Proposed Employee Classification Rules by Labor Department
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Washington Legal Foundation, a public-interest law firm advocating for free enterprise and individual rights, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its proposed regulations defining employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. WLF recognized the challenge in clarifying the ambiguous statutory language in the  more
Wastewater Action Alliance Urges CDC to Expand National Wastewater Surveillance System
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Wastewater Action Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supporting the continuation and expansion of the National Wastewater Surveillance System. The letter urges the CDC to renew the data collection for this system for three years and to enhance its geographic coverage, data quality, pathogen monitoring, and public accessibility. WAA, a 501(c)(4) organization focused on advancing wastewater monitoring for infect  more
We Are CASA Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Restricting Asylum Applicants' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- We Are CASA submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security urging the agency to rescind its February 23, 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants. The letter criticizes the NPRM for imposing sweeping restrictions on access to Employment Authorization Documents, which allow asylum seekers to work legally while their claims are pending before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services or the Ex  more
Western New York Independent Living Opposes Department of Energy Proposed Rule Changes Affecting Disability Rights
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Western New York Independent Living, Buffalo, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing opposition to the DOE's plans to rescind key regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities, specifically those protecting access rights for persons with disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. WNYIL highlighted that the proposed rescission of 10 C.F.R. Sec. 1040.73 would eliminate require  more
Wisconsin Credit Union League Backs NCUA Proposal to Streamline Eligible Obligations Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Wisconsin Credit Union League, Madison, submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration expressing support for the agency's proposed amendments to streamline regulations related to the purchase, sale, and pledge of eligible obligations by federal credit unions. The League represents credit unions in Wisconsin and advocates for the interests of their 3.9 million members. The proposed rule changes aim to revise Section 701.23 of the NCUA r  more
Wisconsin Credit Union League Supports NCUA Proposal to Amend Loan Compensation Rules
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Wisconsin Credit Union League, Madison, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration expressing support for a proposed amendment to Sec.701.21(c)(8) of the NCUA regulations. The proposal would revise existing restrictions on compensation related to loans and lines of credit to members of federally insured credit unions. The League represents Wisconsin's credit unions and their 3.9 million members. It supports the proposal's goal o  more
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty Supports Revised Independent Contractor Classification Rule
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the agency's proposed rule to amend the independent contractor classification framework under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act. WILL, a nonprofit legal center based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, emphasized that the proposed rule would provide clearer guidance an  more
Women Employed Urges DOE to Withdraw Rule Rescinding Nondiscrimination Protections
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Women Employed submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing opposition to the agency's direct final rule aimed at rescinding regulations related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs or activities. The organization advocates for the economic status and equity of women, particularly focusing on those who face racial, gender, and age discrimination in the workplace due to policies with disproportionate impacts. The letter stat  more
Worker & Farmer Labor Association Supports Labor Department Proposal on Worker Classification for Agriculture
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Worker and Farmer Labor Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor endorsing the department's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to rescind the 2024 Final Rule on employee versus independent contractor classification. WAFLA, a nonprofit organization representing nearly 800 agricultural and seasonal employers, expressed support for the restoration of the 2021 economic reality framework, which emphasizes the core factors of control and   more
ZERO Prostate Cancer Urges FDA to Prioritize Patient Experience in Review of Prostate Cancer Treatment Application
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- ZERO Prostate Cancer, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration concerning the supplemental new drug application for Truqap (capivasertib) combined with abiraterone. The letter focuses on the treatment for adult patients with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer that is PTEN-deficient. ZERO advocates for centering patient experiences as the FDA's Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee evaluates the application. ZERO r  more
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