Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Alaska
American Indian and Alaska Native adults in California struggle with chronic disease and substance use, study finds
LOS ANGELES, California, July 23 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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American Indian and Alaska Native adults in California struggle with chronic disease and substance use, study finds
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Key takeaways
* More than one-third of American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) adults in California live with elevated blood pressure, and 32% live with hypertension, heart disease, diabetes or a combination of these conditions, according to new research from the UCLA
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Border Soil and Water Conservation District Supports BLM's Modernized Grazing Regulations to Enhance Rangeland Stewardship and Conservation
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 13, 2026
The Honorable Steve Pearce, Director
Bureau of Land Management U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C St. NW Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
RE.: Public Comment on the 2026 Proposed Rule: Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska
Dear Director Pearce,
The Border Soil and Wat
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California Four Wheel Drive Association Raises Concerns Over Proposed Grazing Administration Rule Impacting Public Land Access and Motorized Recreation
WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
US Department of the Interior, Director (630) Doug Burgum
Attn: Bureau of Land Management, Director Steve Pearch
1849 C St. NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Regarding: Proposed Rule: Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska.
Docket BLM-2026-0001; A2407-014-004-065516, #O2509-014-004-125
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Congressman Begich Applauds House Passage of Stop Insider Trading Act
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Nicholas J. Begich III, R-Alaska, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Begich Applauds House Passage of Stop Insider Trading Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - July 22, 2026 - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act, legislation to strengthen transparency and accountability in Congress by prohibiting Members of Congress and their immediate families from purchasing individual stocks. Congressman Nick Begich, a p
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Defenders Of Wildlife Submits Over 8,700 Signatures Opposing Grazing Regulation Revisions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 13, 2026
Steve Pearce, BLM Director
Bureau of Land Management
1849 C St. NW, Room 5686
Submitted through regulations.gov
Re: Batched comments on the Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska,
BLM-2026-0001
Dear Director Pearce,
Defenders of Wildlife informed its members about the p
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FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration amended instrument flight procedures and related takeoff and departure requirements at airports across the U.S. in a final rule published July 23, 2026, to support safe and efficient operations within the National Airspace System.
The rule establishes, amends, suspends or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs), Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) at airport
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FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports Nationwide
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a final rule amending standard instrument approach procedures, takeoff minimums and obstacle departure procedures for dozens of airports across the U.S. to reflect changes in the National Airspace System and maintain safe instrument flight operations.
The rule, effective July 23, 2026, updates 14 CFR Part 97 by amending, suspending or removing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures,
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GCI Strengthens Mobile Connectivity on Alaska's Road System
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, July 24 -- GCI, a telecommunications company, issued the following news release:
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GCI strengthens mobile connectivity on Alaska's road system
Keeping Alaskans connected on the highways between home, work and weekend adventures
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Alaskans are always on the go, especially during summer. In a place where a 2+ hour drive after work to fish for an evening--and making it home in time for work the next day--doesn't raise any eyebrows, mobile connectivity matters. That's why
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Greater Yellowstone Coalition Urges BLM to Enhance Grazing Rule With Tribal Rights Collaboration Conservation Retirements Wildlife Connectivity And Adaptive Management
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 13, 2026
Bureau of Land Management and Office of Hearings and Appeals
Department of Interior
Re: Proposed Rule - Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska
Docket No. BLM-2026-0001
RIN 1004-AF72
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov
Dear Bureau of Land Management,
The Greater
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Health Alliance of Northern California Urges CMS to Address Rural Barriers in Medicaid Community Engagement Rule
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: CMS-2454-IFC; Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals
Submitted electronically via regulations.gov.
Dear Administrator Oz,
The Health Alliance of Northe
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Holland & Hart Deepens Federal Affairs Team and Environmental Capabilities With Jake Tyner
DENVER, Colorado, July 24 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news on July 22, 2026:
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Holland & Hart Deepens Federal Affairs Team and Environmental Capabilities with Jake Tyner
Holland & Hart LLP announced today that Jake Tyner has joined the firm as Of Counsel & Senior Director of Federal Affairs in its Washington, DC office, strengthening the firm's bipartisan Federal Affairs team and Environmental and Natural Resources practice.
Jake is a lawyer and strategic polic
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HunaTek Urges Clarification and Inclusion of Small Business and Native Sole Source Authorities in Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
RE: Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 6, 7, and 10; FAR Case 2026-002, Docket No. FAR-2026-0002 (91 Fed. Reg. 37636 (June 23, 2026))
I. Introduction And Interest Of HunaTek Holding, LLC
HunaTek Holding, LLC ("HunaTek"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Huna Totem Corporation,
respectfully
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Indian Health Service Announces Selection of Projects for the Capital Infrastructure Program
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service issued the following news release:
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Indian Health Service Announces Selection of Projects for the Capital Infrastructure Program
The Indian Health Service is announcing the selection of seven projects for the fiscal year 2026 Capital Infrastructure Program (CIP). $5 million was provided for the IHS to fund projects that support improvements to existing health care facilities to reduce operating
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Lawsuit Challenges Permit to Bulldoze Road Through Alaska's Izembek Refuge
WASHINGTON, July 23 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release:
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Lawsuit Challenges Permit to Bulldoze Road Through Alaska's Izembek Refuge
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ANCHORAGE, Alaska -The Native Village of Hooper Bay, the Native Village of Paimiut, Chevak Native Village, and the Center for Biological Diversity sued the Trump administration today over a permit that allows construction of a road through Alaska's Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.
"Climate chang
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MDHHS Alerts Healthy Michigan Plan Beneficiaries of Steps to Prepare for Federally Required Changes to Medicaid
LANSING, Michigan, July 24 -- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release:
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MDHHS alerts Healthy Michigan Plan beneficiaries of steps to prepare for federally required changes to Medicaid
State working to ensure families keep their health care coverage
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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is preparing to implement federally required changes to Medicaid due to the passage of H.R. 1. Among the changes are new work requ
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Montana Grazing Districts Advocate for Regulatory Clarity Efficiency and Producer Flexibility in Federal Land Management Revisions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 13, 2026
U.S. Department of the Interior, Director
Bureau of Land Management,
1849 C St. NW, Room 5646,
Washington, DC 20240,
Attention: Acting, BLM Director.
RE: Grazing Administration-Exclusive of Alaska, 43 CFR Part 4
43 CFR Parts 1700 and 4100 [Docket No. BLM-2026-0001;
A2407-014-004-065516, #O2509-014-004-
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Montana State's Community Design Center marks 50 years of empathetic architecture
BOZEMAN, Montana, July 23 -- Montana State University issued the following news:
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Montana State's Community Design Center marks 50 years of empathetic architecture
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BOZEMAN -Inspired architecture breathes new life into small towns across Montana. Laying the groundwork in nearly every corner of the state is Montana State University's student-run Community Design Center, which marks its 50th anniversary this year.
Whether it's a Boys and Girls Club in Sidney, a downtown revitalization
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NASDA Supports BLM Grazing Regulation Revisions Emphasizing Multiple Use Coordination and Science-Based Management
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
4350 North Fairfax Drive
Suite 810
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel: 202-296-9680
www.nasda.org
July 13, 2026
U.S. Department of the Interior
Director Steve Pearce
Bureau of Land Management
1849 C Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20240
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re:
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National Alliance Urges Congress to Reject Industry Efforts to Weaken Nation's Chemical Safety Law
NEW YORK, July 24 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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National alliance urges Congress to reject industry efforts to weaken nation's chemical safety law
Proposed changes could weaken protections from PFAS and other toxic chemicals linked to cancer, Parkinson's disease, learning disabilities, and other chronic illnesses
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Washington, D.C. -- Today, 250 organizations and groups from across the country urge leaders of the Senate Committee
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Nevada Ranchers Support Grazing Regulation Revisions While Raising Concerns Over Water Rights and Feral Horse Management
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 12, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal
ATTN: Steve Pearce, BLM Director
U.S. Department of the Interior, Director (630)
Bureau of Land Management
1849 C Street NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Subject: Comments to Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska [Docket No.
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New Mexico Ranching Family Voices Concerns Over Proposed BLM Grazing Regulation Revisions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments on Proposed Rule for:
43 CFR Part 4
Bureau of Land Management
43 CFR Parts 1700 and 4100
[Docket No. BLM-2026-0001; A2407-014-
004-065516, #O2509-014-004-125222;
LLHQ220000]
RIN 1004-AE82
Revision of Regulations for Grazing
Administration, Exclusive of Alaska
Dear Director Pearce,
Our family has ranched
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Oregon Fish and Wildlife and Agriculture Departments Support and Recommend Enhancements to BLM Grazing Regulation Revisions
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
4034 Fairview Industrial Dr SE
Salem, OR 97302-1142
Oregon Department of Agriculture
635 Capitol St NE
Salem, OR 97301-2532
Department of the Interior (630)
Bureau of Land Management
1849 C St. NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Attention: Acting BLM Director
Re: Comments on
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Proposal to Lower Vehicle Cap on Denali Park Road to Enhance Visitor Experience and Wildlife Protection
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 17, 2026
Superintendent Brooke Merrell
Denali National Park and Preserve Planning Team
PO Box 9
Denali National Park, Alaska 99755
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re: RIN 1024-AF11 - Denali National Park and Preserve; Vehicle Use
Dear Superintendent Merrell,
Paul Shearer ("Shearer"), prior bus driver and current
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Realtors Land Institute Supports Modernization of Federal Grazing Regulations to Enhance Land Stewardship and Ranching Viability
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 13, 2026
Doug Burgum
Secretary
Department of Interior
1849 C Street NW
Washington, DC 20240
RE: Docket No. BLM-2026-0001, Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration,
Exclusive of Alaska
Dear Secretary Burgum:
The REALTORS(R) Land Institute (RLI) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments
on the B
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Rep. Huffman, Sen. Heinrich Issue Letter to Interior Secretary Burgum
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, ranking member of the House Natural Resources Committee, and Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum:
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Here is the text of the letter:
July 17, 2026
The Honorable Doug Burgum
Secretary
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20240
Dear Secretary Burgum,
As Ran
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Report From Private Equity Stakeholder Project: Private Equity's Joint Venture Takeover of Nonprofit Healthcare
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSLrpt) -- Private equity's joint venture takeover of nonprofit healthcare - A report from Private Equity Stakeholder Project - July 2026 (47 pages)
Here are excerpts:
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Table of Contents
Introduction ... 3
Legal and Regulatory Background ... 5
Policy Recommendations ... 7
Case Studies ... 9
Lifepoint Health ... 9
Ascension ... 16
Compassus ... 22
Ardent Health ... 26
Conclusion ... 31
Endnotes ... 32
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Introduction
Behind nonprofit partnerships, pri
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Rewilding Institute: Proposed Federal Grazing Regulation Revisions Spark Environmental and Public Trust Concerns
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska
A Proposed Rule by the Land Management Bureau on 05/12/2026
Department of the Interior
O?ice of the Secretary
Bureau of Land Management
1. 43 CFR Part 4
2. 43 CFR Parts 1700 and 4100
3. [Docket No. BLM-2026-0001; A2407-014-004-065516, #O2509-014-
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Southwest Airlines Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results; Earnings Power on Full Display
DALLAS, Texas, July 22 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Southwest Airlines posted the following news release:
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Southwest Airlines Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results; Earnings Power on Full Display
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* Strong year-over-year margin expansion despite fuel expense up nearly $900 million
* All-time record operating and managed business revenues
* Record Rapid Rewards membership and tier qualifiers
* Expect full-year adjusted earnings per share (fn1,2) of $3.25 to $4.25
DALLAS, TEXAS
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Western States Water Council Urges BLM to Retain Water Quality Protections and Clarify Stockwater Rights in Grazing Regulation Revision
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WESTERN STATES WATER COUNCIL
682 East Vine Street, Suite 7 / Murray, Utah 84107 / (801) 685-2555 / FAX (801) 685-2559
Web Page: www.westernstateswater.org
July 13, 2026
Mr. Steve Pearce, Director
Bureau of Land Management
U.S. Department of the Interior
1849 C Street NW, Room 5646
Washington, DC 20240
Re: Revision
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