AASCU Selects James Madison University's Afzal Upal for Emerging Leaders Cohort
HARRISONBURG, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- James Madison University issued the following news:
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AASCU selects JMU's Afzal Upal for Emerging Leaders Cohort
Afzal Upal, associate dean of the College of Integrated Science and Engineering (CISE), has been selected as one of 45 higher education professionals nationwide for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities' Emerging Leaders Program. The yearlong program is designed to prepare academic leaders for expanded responsibilities in more
Adelphi University: AI in the Classroom - Tool or Threat? Or Both?
GARDEN CITY, New York, Sept. 3 -- Adelphi University issued the following news:
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AI in the Classroom: Tool or Threat? Or Both?
By Olivia Rubino-Finn, Contributing Writer
When the public talks about AI in the classroom, it's often to fret over students who get "chat" to write their essays. But the AI revolution in education is happening on an institutional scale--and it goes much deeper than homework shortcuts.
Tech companies are releasing lineups of AI-focused education devices, and sc more
Arizona State University Endowment Surpasses $2 Billion, Donor Support Advances Priorities
TEMPE, Arizona, Sept. 3 -- Arizona State University issued the following news:
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ASU endowment surpasses $2 billion, donor support advances priorities
Support from 126,000 donors generated $470.3M in new gifts and commitments for scholarships, research and university initiatives
By Tiffany Gonzalez
Donor support helped Arizona State University expand student opportunities and advance work in health, energy, conservation, artificial intelligence and workforce development during fiscal ye more
Association for Competitive Technology Urges Congress to Reclaim Oversight of USPTO's PTAB Authority as Its Fee-Setting Authority Nears Expiration
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Association for Competitive Technology (formerly the ACT - The App Association) the following news release:
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ACT Urges Congress to Reclaim Oversight of USPTO's PTAB Authority as Its Fee-Setting Authority Nears Expiration
Today, Morgan Reed, president of the Association for Competitive Technology (ACT), delivered testimony before the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, calling on lawmakers not more
Better Markets Analysis: AI in the Financial Markets - Potential Benefits, Major Risks and Regulators Trying to Keep Up
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 (TNSLrpt) -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, issued the following analysis:
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AI in the Financial Markets: Potential Benefits, Major Risks, and Regulators Trying to Keep Up
The Rapid Evolution of AI. The field of artificial intelligence is exploding. As the headlines proclaim, the race is on in the private sector to be the most successful AI company, with hug more
Booz Allen Charts Autonomous AI Threats and Unveils New Counter AI Defense
MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 3 (TNSrpt) -- Booz Allen Hamilton, an information technology information company, issued the following news release:
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Booz Allen Charts Autonomous AI Threats and Unveils New Counter AI Defense
New threat report introduces Cyber Weapon Index and unveils Vellox Labs(TM) Guile, a Counter AI product for autonomous threats
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Booz Allen has released a new report, The Offensive Frontier: AI as the Attacker, based on its Cyber Weapon Index (CWI), which tests the capabil more
Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation
PEORIA, Illinois, Sept. 3 -- Caterpillar Inc., a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release:
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Caterpillar and FieldAI Advance AI-Powered Industrial Innovation
Leveraging robotics, digital twins and NVIDIA technologies, the collaboration helps create safer, smarter and more productive operations
IRVING, Texas - As industries face growing labor shortages and increasing productivity demands, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is collaborating with FieldA more
Chairman Crawford Opens House Intelligence Committee Hearing Examining Persistent Competition & Legacy National Security Architecture
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Chairman Crawford Opens Full Committee Hearing Examining Persistent Competition & Legacy National Security Architecture
Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01) delivered the following opening statement at a hearing examining persistent competition and legacy architecture more
Circana and DoorDash Partner to Validate Incremental Sales for CPG Brands
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 3 -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Circana and DoorDash Partner to Validate Incremental Sales for CPG Brands
As a best in class for independent third-party validation, Circana grounds every result in real purchase behavior. This partnership gives mark more
Claflin University Announces Transformational Partnership With the Dr. Curtis J. and Mrs. Gina Crawford Family Foundation
ORANGEBURG, South Carolina, Sept. 3 -- Claflin University issued the following news:
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Claflin University Announces Transformational Partnership with the Dr. Curtis J. and Mrs. Gina Crawford Family Foundation
Claflin University has entered into a landmark partnership with the Dr. Curtis J. and Mrs. Gina Crawford Family Foundation that will establish the Dr. Curtis J. and Mrs. Gina Crawford Family Foundation Honors Scholar-Fellows Fund, a $150,000 endowed fellowship designed to develop the more
CMT Subcommittee Advances 12 Bills to Strengthen American Competitiveness and Enhance Consumer Protections
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Florida, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026:
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CMT Subcommittee Advances 12 Bills to Strengthen American Competitiveness and Enhance Consumer Protections
Today, Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, led a markup of twelve bills to strengthen American competitiveness and enh more
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory: Borniger and McCandlish Receive 2026 Stone Faculty Award
COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York, Sept. 3 -- The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory issued the following news:
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Borniger and McCandlish receive 2026 Stone Faculty Award
At Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL), progress is the standard. However, it's always important to pause and acknowledge extraordinary achievements.
CSHL Associate Professors Jeremy Borniger and David McCandlish were selected as the 2026 recipients of the James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Faculty Award. James Stone, a laboratory t more
Compunnel Digital Earns Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global Company of the Year Recognition for AI-led Digital Customer Experience Enablement
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 3 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Compunnel Digital Earns Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global Company of the Year Recognition for AI-led Digital Customer Experience Enablement
Compunnel Digital is recognized for transforming fragmented data and AI investments into scalable intelligence, measurable customer outcomes, and enterprise-wide di more
Connected Health Initiative Urges FDA to Enhance Digital Health Review Capacity and Harmonization
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 7, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, Maryland 20852
RE: Comments of the Connected Health Initiative, Medical Device User Fee Amendments; Public Meeting; Request for Comments (Docket No. FDA-2026-N-6655; 91 FR 42198)
The Connected Health Init more
Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences: Building the Future of Weather Forecast Innovation
BOULDER, Colorado, Sept. 3 -- The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences issued the following news:
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Building the future of weather forecast innovation
CIRES scientists work behind the scenes to accelerate weather software development
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NOAA has an ambitious vision to make U.S. weather prediction the best in the world by 2030. This "Moonshot" requires a steady stream of new science to move efficiently into operational forecasting. A CIRES team is supporting these more
Courier Issues Commentary: How Courier Local's Coverage Led the Way on Data Centers
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 -- Courier, an independent advocacy news and media network, issued the following commentary on Sept. 1, 2026, by Keya Vakil and Michael Foley:
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How Courier Local's Coverage Led the Way on Data Centers
Everywhere you look, people are talking about data centers.
"How Data Centers Broke American Politics," read a WIRED headline from early August.
"The Great Bipartisan Data Center Smackdown Has Begun," read another from the Wall Street Journal.
There is now virtually una more
CrowdStrike and OpenAI Expand Partnership to Secure the Agentic Era
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 3 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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CrowdStrike and OpenAI Expand Partnership to Secure the Agentic Era
New collaboration secures Codex agents with Falcon Guardian, harnesses advanced reasoning of GPT-5.6 Cyber on the Falcon platform
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced an expanded partnership with OpenAI to ex more
CrowdStrike Announces 2026 Customer and Partner Award Winners: The Leaders Securing the Front Lines of AI
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 3 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Announces 2026 Customer and Partner Award Winners: The Leaders Securing the Front Lines of AI
NVIDIA, United Airlines, Salesforce, and AWS among customers and partners recognized at Fal.Con 2026
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced its 2026 customer and partner aw more
CrowdStrike Extends Its Endpoint Advantage to Secure the Software Supply Chain
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 3 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Extends Its Endpoint Advantage to Secure the Software Supply Chain
As AI rewrites how software gets built, CrowdStrike stops malicious open-source packages at the endpoint before they execute
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AUSTIN, Texas and Fal.Con 2026, Las Vegas - CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today i more
David Livingston Returns to Mercyhurst as University's 14th President
ERIE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 3 -- Mercyhurst University issued the following news:
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David Livingston returns to Mercyhurst as university's 14th president
Former faculty member and advancement leader brings nearly 30 years of higher education experience as Mercyhurst begins its second century.
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For David J. Livingston, Ph.D., returning to Mercyhurst University represents more than a homecoming. It is a return to the place where much of his professional identity was formed.
Livingston beg more
Department of Commerce: G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes With Consensus Statement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes with Consensus Statement
Today, G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Ministerial was hosted by the Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).
At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizin more
Eaton Locates $242+ Million State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in North Little Rock, Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 3 -- The Arkansas Economic Development Commission posted the following news from Eaton:
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Eaton Locates $242+ Million State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in North Little Rock, Arkansas
Eaton expects to create 1,200 jobs, manufacture & integrate modular electrical enclosures to support next generation of critical infrastructure development
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Intelligent power management company Eaton intends to locate a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North more
Economics Daily: Utilities Fastest Job Growth, Private Healthcare and Social Assistance Most New Jobs, Projected 2025-35
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics issued the following document from Economics Daily:
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Utilities fastest job growth, private healthcare and social assistance most new jobs, projected 2025-35
Utilities is projected to have the fastest job growth (+9.8 percent) of all major industries over the 2025-35 decade. However, this fast growth is projected to account for an increase of only 58,800 new jobs because of the industry's relatively small size. more
Emory University Laney School of Graduate Studies: Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola Reappointed to Lead Laney Graduate School
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 3 -- Emory University Laney School of Graduate Studies issued the following news:
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Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola reappointed to lead Laney Graduate School
Jazmyn Burton
At a time of significant change and uncertainty for graduate education nationally, Kimberly Jacob Arriola has provided steady, student-centered leadership for Emory's James T. Laney School of Graduate Studies.
Following her recent reappointment as dean of the Laney Graduate School and vice provost more
FIU: Florida's First Pediatric Robotic Heart Surgery Showcases the Power of Academic Medicine
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 3 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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Florida's first pediatric robotic heart surgery showcases the power of academic medicine
By Ileana Varela
Three FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine faculty members have collaborated on Florida's first robotics-assisted pediatric cardiac surgery, highlighting the impact of academic medicine partnerships among Florida International Universit more
GlobalFoundries and RAAAM Memory Technologies Announce the Joint Development of Next-generation GCRAM Technology and Test Chip on FDX Platform
SANTA CLARA, California, Sept. 3 -- GlobalFoundries, a manufacturer of semiconductors, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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GlobalFoundries and RAAAM Memory Technologies announce the joint development of next-generation GCRAM technology and test chip on FDX platform
Collaboration targets to enable the densest standard CMOS on-chip memory solution for the FDX platform widely used for advanced AI chips, by delivering 40% area shrink and up to 60% power reduction compared to more
GlobalFoundries Announces Customer Availability of UX Platform Technologies for Intelligent Edge, Connectivity and Physical AI Applications
SANTA CLARA, California, Sept. 3 -- GlobalFoundries, a manufacturer of semiconductors, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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GlobalFoundries announces customer availability of UX platform technologies for intelligent edge, connectivity and Physical AI applications
Newest feature-rich CMOS platform family combines ultra-low power connectivity, sensing and mixed-signal innovation with cost-efficient manufacturing for next-generation edge devices
Today at its annual GF Techn more
Hofstra University: ASPiRe Symposium Marks a Decade of Student Discovery
HEMPSTEAD, New York, Sept. 3 -- Hofstra University issued the following news:
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ASPiRe Symposium Marks a Decade of Student Discovery
News in Summary
* The 10th annual ASPiRe Symposium showcased innovative student research across the DeMatteis School.
* Projects spanned engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics, and bioengineering.
* Students gained hands-on research experience that shaped their academic interests and career goals.
Lindsey Angioletti
More than 2 more
Johns Hopkins: Funding Cuts Hit Research Focused on Making American Healthcare Safer, More Efficient
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 3 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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Funding cuts hit research focused on making American healthcare safer, more efficient
The cancelled awards supported the work of young researchers at Johns Hopkins and beyond, a loss that jeopardizes not only their critical work but also the pipeline of talent interested in pursuing scientific research in the United States
By Jill Rosen
Easily one of the top moments in Ahmed Hassoon's career, if not hi more
Meet the Dell 14S: Affordable Laptop Built for Students, College and Everyday Life
ROUND ROCK, Texas, Sept. 3 -- Dell Technologies, a company that says it provides computer technology and services portfolio for the data era, issued the following news:
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Meet the Dell 14S: An Affordable Laptop Built for Students, College and Everyday Life
Story Highlights
* Color is back: four new expressive colors in a 13.5mm thin, 1.15kg aluminum chassis
* Up to 21 hours of streaming on a single charge/1, powered by the first high energy density battery/2
* Bringing premium design a more
Mich. Democratic Party: Report - John James Voted 4 Times To Ban Local Control on Data Centers
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Report: John James Voted 4 Times To Ban Local Control on Data Centers
James' spokesperson didn't answer questions on his votes to rip away local control
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Trump-backed John James has said that he wants local control when it comes to data centers, but new reporting from Michigan Advance shows that James voted 4 times in Congress to block local control of AI and data centers, more
Milwaukee School of Engineering Center for Professional Education Announces Collaborative Partnership With American Society for Quality
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Sept. 3 -- The Milwaukee School of Engineering issued the following news:
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MSOE Center for Professional Education announces collaborative partnership with American Society for Quality
The Milwaukee School of Engineering's Center for Professional Education (MSOE/CPE) announces a collaborative partnership with the American Society for Quality (ASQ), a global professional organization dedicated to advancing quality, continuous improvement and organizational excellence. more
N.Y. Mayor Mamdani and Chancellor Samuels Put Students First With Nation's Broadest Generative AI Moratorium in Schools
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Mayor Mamdani and Chancellor Samuels Put Students First with Nation's Broadest Generative AI Moratorium in Schools
What you should know
* Representing the most expansive student-facing AI policy in the country, the Mamdani administration prioritizes student safety and real, human instruction
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Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels today announced a morator more
NetApp Helps Customers Accelerate Adoption of Latest VMware Cloud Foundation Innovations
SUNNYVALE, California, Sept. 3 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release:
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NetApp Helps Customers Accelerate Adoption of Latest VMware Cloud Foundation Innovations
NetApp solutions validated to support VCF 9.1, giving mutual customers access to a modern private cloud with enterprise-grade data management, cyber resilience, and cost-efficient scaling
SAN JOSE, Calif. - NetApp(R) (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data more
NetApp Reports 1Q of Fiscal Year 2027 Results
SUNNYVALE, California, Sept. 3 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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NetApp Reports First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2027 Results
Delivers record quarterly net revenues of $2.03 billion, an increase of 30% year-over-year;
First quarter GAAP earnings per share of $1.88; record non-GAAP earnings per share of $2.58;
Significantly raised fiscal year 2027 revenue and earnings per share guidance
New more
Old Dominion University Issues Q&A: Engineer Bridges Research and Industry to Strengthen America's Shipbuilding Workforce
NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- Old Dominion University issued the following Q&A on Sept. 2, 2026, involving Katie Smith, assistant professor in the Batten College of Engineering and Technology and the School of Supply Chain, Logistics and Maritime Operations:
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Engineer Bridges Research and Industry to Strengthen America's Shipbuilding Workforce
By Joy Vann
America's shipbuilding workforce depends on more than welders, engineers and sailors. It also relies on researchers who can turn dat more
Pepperdine University: Armada CEO Dan Wright ('06) Discusses 'Bringing AI to the Edge' at the President's Speakers Series
MALIBU, California, Sept. 3 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news:
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Armada CEO Dan Wright ('06) Discusses "Bringing AI to the Edge" at the President's Speakers Series
As the use of AI for the sake of human flourishing remains a topic of pressing importance, Dan Wright ('06) cofounder and CEO of Armada--a company bringing AI infrastructure to remote and industrial sites across the world--joined Jim Gash (JD '93), president and CEO of Pepperdine University, for the first insta more
Physician-scientist and Informatics Leader Dr. Peter Embi to Helm NIH's National Library of Medicine
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Physician-scientist and informatics leader Dr. Peter Embi to helm NIH's National Library of Medicine
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Jay Bhattacharya, M.D., Ph.D., today announced the selection of Peter Joseph Embi, M.D., M.S., as director of NIH's National Library of Medicine (NLM). Dr. Embi, an internationally recognized more
President Trump Issues Statement on National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Sept. 2, 2026, on National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month:
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This National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, my Administration stands with the countless children facing the devastating effects of cancer. We recognize the love, strength, and care of the families who walk beside them through every step of their journeys. Above all, we commit to advancing lifesaving innovation and accelerating cures, giving every child more
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory: PACMAN AI Framework for Controlling Fusion Systems Safely Makes Key Decisions in Milliseconds
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 (TNSjou) -- The U.S. Department of Energy Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory issued the following news:
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PACMAN AI framework for controlling fusion systems safely makes key decisions in milliseconds
System successfully tested in five real-world experiments
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Inside some fusion energy systems, particles hotter than the core of the sun can become unruly in a few thousandths of a second, far faster than any human operator can react. A new framework for software develo more
Retired Court of Appeals Judge Samuel A. Thumma to Lead Arizona Supreme Court Center for Forensics and Artificial Intelligence
PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 3 -- The Arizona Supreme Court issued the following news release:
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Retired Court of Appeals Judge Samuel A. Thumma to Lead Arizona Supreme Court Center for Forensics and Artificial Intelligence
The Arizona Supreme Court's Administrative Office of the Courts has named retired Court of Appeals Judge Samuel A. Thumma as the director of the Center for Forensics and Artificial Intelligence.
Established in Oct. 2022, the Center was the first of its kind in the nation. more
SEMI and Silicon Catalyst Aim to Accelerate Global Semiconductor Innovation With Strategic Partnership
MILPITAS, California, Sept. 3 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release from its member company Silicon Catalyst:
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SEMI and Silicon Catalyst Aim to Accelerate Global Semiconductor Innovation with Strategic Partnership
Memorandum of Understanding Signed at SEMICON Taiwan 2026 Expands Access to Global Startup Innovation and Industry Resources
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TAIPEI, Taiwan - SEMI, the global industry association conne more
Subcommittee on Courts Ranking Member Johnson Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on Protecting America's Patent System and Innovation Economy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Georgia, ranking member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence and the Internet, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Ranking Member Johnson's Opening Statement At Hearing On Protecting America's Patent System And Innovation Economy
Today, Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, delive more
Teacher Research Academy Connects Educators to LLNL Science
LIVERMORE, California, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Teacher Research Academy connects educators to LLNL science
For nearly 30 years, LLNL has offered Teacher Research Academy (TRA) to middle school, high school and community college teachers looking for unique professional development experiences. At no cost to educators, TRA workshops offer classroom-focused applications of LLNL's groundbreaking science and t more
UVA Law School: Learning Law in the AI Age
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- The University of Virginia School of Law issued the following news:
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Learning Law in the AI Age
Law School Will Offer More Classes Connected to Artificial Intelligence Than Ever This Year
Cooper Allen
From governance and ethical concerns to how artificial intelligence can be used in legal practice, the University of Virginia School of Law is offering a broad range of classes this academic year aimed at preparing students for a new era for the profe more
VCU Momentum Fund Grants Four Transformative Interdisciplinary Research Awards
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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VCU Momentum Fund grants four transformative interdisciplinary research awards
The awarded projects, which tackle topics ranging from health disparities to clean energy, receive seed grants designed to help accelerate groundbreaking discoveries and position the teams for national research funding.
By Lydia Klinger, Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation
Virginia Commonwealth U more
Virginia Tech Researchers Seek to Improve Chronic Pain for Rural Adults
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech researchers seek to improve chronic pain for rural adults
By Hannah Williams
Older adults commonly struggle with chronic pain, with an estimated 36 percent of U.S. adults over the age of 65 reported experiencing pain most days or every day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That pain can be even more challenging for those living in rural communities, with less access to p more
Virginia Tech: Experts Break Down the Meaning and Consequences of the Meta Settlement
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Experts break down the meaning and consequences of the Meta settlement
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to a landmark settlement with 47 states in which it will take steps to limit the amount of time teens can spend on its platforms, and pay up to $17.1 billion in penalties. Meta is also attempting to publicly pressure other social media companies to adopt similar limits.
Virginia Te more
Washington and Lee University to Host 'Meet the Press' Panel With Virginia News Leaders
LEXINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 3 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following news:
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W&L to Host 'Meet the Press' Panel with Virginia News Leaders
Journalists from six news outlets in Virginia will discuss the current state of local journalism in a Sept. 16 panel moderated by W&L's Eric Deggans.
By Emily Innes Stanley
Washington and Lee University will host a "Meet the Press" panel with Virginia journalists at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 in Hillel House, located on W&L's campus at 117 W more
White House: G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes With Consensus Statement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The White House issued the following news on Sept. 2, 2026:
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G20 Innovation Ministerial Concludes with Consensus Statement
Today, G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Ministerial was hosted by the Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP).
At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizing that "emerging technol more
25 of UCF's Fastest-Growing Alumni-Led Companies
ORLANDO, Florida, Sept. 2 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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25 of UCF's Fastest-Growing Alumni-Led Companies
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Entrepreneurship has no single blueprint -and the stories behind UCF's inaugural Ever Upward honorees make that clear.
The top three finalists from the new program, organized by UCF Alumni, are creating jobs, strengthening communities and introducing innovative approaches in industries ranging from health care and hospitality to technology, finan more
A Better Wisconsin Together: MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany's Record on Public Education Flunks Out on First Day Back to School
MONONA, Wisconsin, Sept. 2 -- A Better Wisconsin Together, a state-based research and communications hub for progressives, posted the following news release:
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MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany's Record on Public Education Flunks Out on First Day Back to School
Congressman Tiffany's record shows he can't be trusted to support our kids or our public schools
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As kids across Wisconsin head back to school, parents have been feeling the pinch as the trade wars, foreign wars, and MAGA agenda that more
ACS Urges CMS to Extend Separate Payment for Non-Opioid Pain Treatments and Develop Robust Outpatient Surgical Quality Measures
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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August 31, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE:
Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center
Payment Systems; and Quality Repo more
AFL-CIO United Association of Journeymen Urges NRC to Streamline Construction Permitting and Reactor Siting Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID NRC-2025-0975 August 27, 2026 Page 1 of 6
General Office File Reference: GP
August 27, 2026
VIA ONLINE PORTAL
The Honorable Ho K. Nieh, Chairman U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, D.C. 20555
Re: Modernizing Reactor Licensing, Safety Oversight, and Siting Practices (Docket ID NRC-2025-0975)
Dear C more
AFT Survey Shows Teachers Are Stressed, Working Second Jobs and Still Paying Hundreds for Classroom Supplies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release:
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AFT Survey Shows Teachers Are Stressed, Working Second Jobs and Still Paying Hundreds for Classroom Supplies
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WASHINGTON-The AFT today released a new national survey that reveals a teaching profession in crisis, with educators stressed out, working second jobs, battling rising costs and forking out hundreds of dollars from their own pockets for classroom supplies and more
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, Sept. 2 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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AI-assisted approach helps novice users capture heart ultrasound images, identify aortic stenosis
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ROCHESTER, Minn. -Mayo Clinic researchers tested an approach that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help people without previous ultrasound experience capture heart images and identify patients who may have a common and serious heart valve condition. In a study published in JAMA more
AISC Supercharges Clark AI Chatbot, Delivering User-Requested Features for Designers
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 2 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release:
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AISC Supercharges Clark AI Chatbot, Delivering User-Requested Features for Designers
Conversation history and export capabilities are just two of the new features available on Clark, the American Institute of Steel Construction's (AISC's) AI tool that helps practicing professionals easily access information about structural steel design.
"Clark is designed to enable structural more
American Burn Association Urges CMS to Ensure Fair Payment for Burn Treatments and Advanced Wound Care Technologies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
American Burn Association
141 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste 1920
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 642-9260 |
info@ameriburn.org
| ameriburn.org
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
7500 Se more
APSU announces 2026 A.J. Taylor Award winners
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 2 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news:
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APSU announces 2026 A.J. Taylor Award winners
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The 2026 A.J. Taylor Award winners, Drs. Matthew Farrell (left) and Al Tilooby (right).
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - The Austin Peay State University College of Business recently presented the 2026 A.J. Taylor Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Research, recognizing two faculty members for outstanding classroom innovation and scholarly work.
Each recip more
Association of Executive Search & Leadership Consultants Welcomes Recruiterflow as New Global Partner
NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants issued the following news release:
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Association of Executive Search & Leadership Consultants Welcomes Recruiterflow as New Global Partner
AESC Partnership with Recruiterflow Expands Technology and AI Resources for Member Firms Worldwide
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The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global association of firms that place and advise the world's leaders, is proud to welcome R more
College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education Strengthens Leadership Team for New School Year
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 2 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education Strengthens Leadership Team for New School Year
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock's College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education (CHASSE) has announced several leadership transitions, bringing experienced faculty and staff into key roles across the college.
These appointments leverage the expert more
CompTIA: CYBER.ORG Launches Industry Advisory Board to Strengthen Cybersecurity and AI Education
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Sept. 2 -- CompTIA posted the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026:
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CYBER.ORG launches industry advisory board to strengthen cybersecurity and AI education
New advisory board will help align K-12 education with emerging technologies, evolving workforce needs and the skills shaping the future of cybersecurity and AI
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BOSSIER CITY, La.-- Today, CYBER.ORG--the academic initiative of the Cyber Innovation Center--announced the launch of its Industry Advisory Bo more
Curiosity, frustration and antipathy: How kids play with AI toys
SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 2 -- The University of Washington posted the following news release:
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Curiosity, frustration and antipathy: How kids play with AI toys
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Claims of "smart" toys go back decades. See Chatty Cathy and Furby. But generative artificial intelligence is increasing the capabilities of interactive toys. The company Curio, for instance, markets itself as a "magical workshop where toys come to life." Its plush toys like Gabbo or one modeled on the Italian brainrot charac more
Essentia Health Urges CMS to Recognize Financial Pressures on Rural Hospitals in CY 2027 Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives.
Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Mail Stop C4-26 more
F5 and MuleSoft, a Salesforce company, collaborate to deliver inline security and governance for Agent Fabric and agentic AI applications
SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 2 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 and MuleSoft, a Salesforce company, collaborate to deliver inline security and governance for Agent Fabric and agentic AI applications
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Joint integration featuring F5 AI Security Platform and Agent Fabric embeds AI runtime security directly into agentic AI workflows, blocking threats like prompt injection and sensitive data exposure
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Faculty and Staff Briefs July and August 2026
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 2 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Faculty and Staff Briefs July and August 2026
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Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others.
Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members acr more
Franklin Secures $2.9 Million For Public Safety Innovation Lab At Florida Poly
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Scott Franklin, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Franklin Secures $2.9 Million For Public Safety Innovation Lab At Florida Poly
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Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18) today announced he secured $2.9 million for Florida Polytechnic University to establish a new Public Service Applied Innovation Laboratory (PSAIL).
"Florida Poly is doing important work to prepare the next generation of American innovators and tackle real-world challenges in cyberse more
G2's New Categories for August 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 2 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news:
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G2's New Categories for August 2026
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This month, G2 added five new categories to the taxonomy, and the throughline is hard to miss: Software is quietly graduating from helping people work to doing the work itself. Agentic GTM Platforms are taking over prospecting and pipeline orchestration. AI Legal Operating Systems are executing multi-step legal workflows, not just drafting documents. A whole new i more
George Mason partners with Oxford-based TreQ to bring the first open-architecture quantum computing system to Virginia
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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George Mason partners with Oxford-based TreQ to bring the first open-architecture quantum computing system to Virginia
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George Mason University and Oxford-based frontier computing company TreQ announced a groundbreaking partnership this week to bring open-architecture quantum infrastructure to the Commonwealth of Virginia beginning with the first open-architecture quantum computing system in the state and more
Historic $50 Million Gift Powers Payne Energy Innovation Center at Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Missouri, Sept. 2 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release:
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Historic $50 million gift powers Payne Energy Innovation Center at Mizzou
David Payne's support will also transform electrical engineering and computer science while accelerating Mizzou's leadership in energy innovation.
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The University of Missouri is strengthening its position as a national leader in energy innovation with a historic $50 million gift and the start of construction on a new in more
Hyperliquid Policy Center Urges CFTC to Embrace Perpetual Contracts and Onchain Financial Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 27, 2026
Mr. Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Innovation Advisory Committee (August 20, 2026 Meeting)
Dear Mr. Kirkpatrick:
Hyperliquid Policy Center ("HPC") appreciate the oppo more
IBM Study Finds AI Adoption Is Outpacing K-12 Readiness
ARMONK, New York, Sept. 2 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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New IBM Study Finds AI Adoption Is Outpacing K-12 Readiness
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NEW YORK, September 2, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced new U.S. research examining AI readiness in K-12 schools and the launch of the IBM K-12 AI leaders fellowship.
As schools begin a new academic year, AI is becoming a routine part of K-12 teaching and learning. Yet the survey*, commissioned by IBM and conducted b more
ITHACA, New York, Sept. 2 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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India's economy, heritage forensics, WWII mobilization examined
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India, the world's most populous nation, stands at a crossroads.
With more than 1.4 billion people, the fifth-largest economy on the planet and geopolitics that make it potentially preferrable to China as a destination for investment, India has rarely faced such a confluence of opportunity and peril. A generation after liberalization transformed more
Johnson and Johnson Advocates for Reforms to Medicare Outpatient Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc
1350 I (Eye) Street, NW, Suite 1210
Washington, DC 20005 USA
T +1 202 589-1000
jroche8@its.jnj.com
jnj.com
August 31, 2026
BY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION:
http://www.regulations.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health more
MIT: System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 2 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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System helps humans predict when self-driving cars will make mistakes
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle's AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
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Self-driving cars are often controlled by deep learning models that sometimes fail in unexpected situations. For instance, the car might inexplicably brake more
NLN Announces 2026 Research Grants Winners
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The National League for Nursing issued the following news release:
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NLN Announces 2026 Research Grants Winners
Awards Presentation Set for 2026 Education Summit in Washington, DC
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The National League for Nursing proudly announces the winners of its annual competitive scholarly research grants program, administered by the NLN/Chamberlain University College of Nursing Center for the Advancement of the Science of Nursing Education and partially funded by the NLN Fo more
Physician Fee Schedule Pathology Payment Coalition Urges CMS to Retain Algorithmic Diagnostic Tests on Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244-185
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; Including the Hospital Outpati more
Q&A: Scott Milner on 'Writing and Presenting for Scientists and Engineers'
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 2 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Q&A: Scott Milner on 'Writing and Presenting for Scientists and Engineers'
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Scott Milner, William H. Joyce Chair Professor of Chemical Engineering at Penn State, has been writing and publishing across careers in both industry and academia for decades. In his new book, "Writing and Presenting for Scientists and Engineers," publishing later this year through MIT Press more
Ranking Member Johnson's Opening Statement At Hearing On Protecting America's Patent System And Innovation Economy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Henry C. 'Hank' Johnson Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Johnson's Opening Statement At Hearing On Protecting America's Patent System And Innovation Economy
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Washington, D.C. (September 2, 2026)-Today, Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing on renewing the U.S. Patent and Trademark O more
Real Safety AI Foundation Urges Inclusion of Instructional Delivery Data in National Special Education Spending Study
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
To: Matt Soldner, National Center for Education Statistics, Institute of Education Sciences, U.S. Department of Education
Re: Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; National Special Education Spending Study
Docket No.: ED-2026-SCC-2674 OMB Control No.: 1850-1000
Citation: 91 Fed. Reg. 52,298 (Aug. 13, more
Rep. Foster Introduces Bill to Improve Financial Sector Security Amid Rising AI Risks
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Foster Introduces Bill to Improve Financial Sector Security Amid Rising AI Risks
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Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced legislation to strengthen oversight of technology service providers that support the financial services industry as advances in artificial intelligence (AI) create new risks for financial institutions and their customers.
The Strengthening Oversight for the Financ more
Reps. Massie, Burlison Introduce the "Flock-Off Act" to Defund Surveillance State Cameras
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Massie, Burlison Introduce the "Flock-Off Act" to Defund Surveillance State Cameras
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Contact: massie.press@mail.house.gov
Contact #: 202-225-3465
Washington, D.C.- Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) announces the introduction of H.R. 10221, the Flock-Off Act. The legislation responds to Americans' concerns about the growing surveillance state by prohibiting the use of federal funds to purchase, more
Rice celebrates Kavraki, Richards-Kortum for rare 'triple crown' achievement
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Rice celebrates Kavraki, Richards-Kortum for rare 'triple crown' achievement
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Rice University celebrated two of its most accomplished scholars Aug. 27, honoring Lydia Kavraki and Rebecca Richards-Kortum for an achievement shared by fewer than 35 researchers nationwide.
Kavraki and Richards-Kortum are the first two faculty members in Rice history to be elected to all three U.S. national academies -the Nation more
SEMI and Silicon Catalyst Aim to Accelerate Global Semiconductor Innovation with Strategic Partnership
MILPITAS, California, Sept. 2 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMI and Silicon Catalyst Aim to Accelerate Global Semiconductor Innovation with Strategic Partnership
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Memorandum of Understanding Signed at SEMICON Taiwan 2026 Expands Access to Global Startup Innovation and Industry Resources
TAIPEI, Taiwan - September 2, 2026 - SEMI, the global industry assoc more
Sirveil Inc. Urges FTC to Require External Evidentiary Verification for Algorithmic Pricing Data and Deletion Remedies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
COMMENT OF SIRVEIL, INC.
To: Federal Trade Commission
Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing Docket: FTC-2026-1057
Matter No. P034101
From: Ben Tobin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sirveil, Inc., San Jose, California
Date: 30 August 2026
Disclosure of interest, first
I run Si more
SNMMI Praises CMS Progress on Diagnostic Radiopharmaceutical Reimbursement and Calls for Enhanced Transparency
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: CMS-1850-P - Calendar Year 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payme more
Two USU Faculty Are Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Utah
LOGAN, Utah, Sept. 2 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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Two USU Faculty Are Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Utah
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As artificial intelligence reshapes industry and society, two Utah State University professors are being recognized for leading decades of groundbreaking AI research.
Heng-Da Cheng, a professor of computer science, and Kevin Moon, associate professor of math and statistics and director of USU's Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Cen more
USDOT's Michael Halem to keynote UTC's Chattanooga Connect 2026
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Sept. 2 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news:
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USDOT's Michael Halem to keynote UTC's Chattanooga Connect 2026
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USDOT SMART Grants Director Stan Caldwell will also join the conference focused on moving emerging transportation technologies from pilot projects to scale
Michael Halem, principal deputy assistant secretary for research and technology at the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), will deliver a keyn more
Welcome to a new semester of possibility
MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 2 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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Welcome to a new semester of possibility
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A message to the campus community from interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots as UW-Madison kicks off the 2026-27 academic year.
Dear campus community,
I absolutely love this time of year. The hint of fall on the breeze across the Terrace, the sound of the Marching Band's first practices, the new students looking for their classrooms -all of these bring a wave of more
Yale: Zimmerman Named Eli and Edythe Broad Professor of Economics, Education, and Management
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Sept. 2 -- Yale University issued the following news:
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Zimmerman named Eli and Edythe Broad Professor of Economics, Education, and Management
Seth Zimmerman, a distinguished scholar of the economics of education, has produced policy-relevant research that has had profound effects on his field.
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Seth Zimmerman, a prominent scholar of labor economics and public finance, with a focus on the economics of education, was recently appointed the Eli and Edythe Broad more
"AI is not a Toy": Parents and Advocates Ring Alarm Bells Over Toys Enabled with Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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"AI is not a Toy": Parents and Advocates Ring Alarm Bells Over Toys Enabled with Artificial Intelligence
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -As students head back to school, Public Citizen, Heat Initiative and Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA) are raising serious concerns about AI toys, which are becoming more frequently marketed to children.
AI chatbot technology is starting to be integrated into chil more
Air University connects specialized education to the operational force
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 1 -- Air University posted the following news:
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Air University connects specialized education to the operational force
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The drone has crossed the installation boundary.
For the future wing commander confronting it, stopping the aircraft is only part of the problem.
Who has the authority to act? Which agencies need to be involved? What capabilities are available? And if the installation is overseas, how does the commander work with a host nation operating un more
Alexander Fortenko, MD, named Vice President of Innovation at Ochsner Health
JEFFERSON, Louisiana, Sept. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Ochsner Health System issued the following news release:
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Alexander Fortenko, MD, named Vice President of Innovation at Ochsner Health
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Alexander Fortenko, MD, has been named Ochsner Health's Vice President of Innovation. In this leadership role, Dr. Fortenko will lead the strategic vision and long-term direction for Innovation Ochsner, including the data science team, the AI Center of Excellence and the Chief Medical Information more
Ask the expert: Building a No. 1 organizational science journal
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Ask the expert: Building a No. 1 organizational science journal
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From leadership and employee engagement to artificial intelligence in the workplace, organizations face complex questions about what helps people perform at their best.
Over the past 15 years, Frederick Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at Michigan State University's Broad College of Business, has helped answer these types more
ChatGPT, Grok Added to War Department's AI System Options
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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ChatGPT, Grok Added to War Department's AI System Options
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The War Department increased its artificial intelligence offerings by launching versions of Grok and ChatGPT to GenAI.mil yesterday, to go alongside Google's Gemini.
The GenAi.mil website premiered in December 2025 with an email to War Department employees inviting them to try the department's special version of Gemini, which is cleared for Impact Le more
Deloitte internship helps Costello student shape her future in consulting
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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Deloitte internship helps Costello student shape her future in consulting
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Interning at Deloitte was on Iman Chaudhry's radar ever since entering the Costello College of Business at George Mason University as a freshman and learning about the major firms in the area. As the president of the Mason Consulting Group, she's very tuned in to what's happening at Costello and the opportunities available.
Deloit more
From Niagara Falls to Greenland, students explore climate and geological hazards
BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 1 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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From Niagara Falls to Greenland, students explore climate and geological hazards
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A group of students pose for a photo at Niagara Falls.
The University at Buffalo's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program allowed students to study climate and geological hazards in Western New York, and a chance to explore local destinations like Niagara Falls.
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MICC senior leaders advance transformation at annual acquisition training
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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MICC senior leaders advance transformation at annual acquisition training
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas - Senior contracting leaders from across the Mission and Installation Contracting Command gathered in San Antonio, Texas, Aug. 25-28 to share operational lessons that strengthen Army readiness and examine how the command will adapt and t more
MIT: Cognition and consciousness arise from analog computations, says new theory
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Cognition and consciousness arise from analog computations, says new theory
A new method, called CW-Net, translates the reasoning process of an autonomous vehicle's AI system into understandable concepts that explain its behavior.
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A new theory, published in The Journal of Neuroscience by three scientists in The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT, offers an explana more
Mount Sinai Launches Center for Genomic AI and Microbiome Medicine to Advance Precision Medicine
NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release:
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Mount Sinai Launches Center for Genomic AI and Microbiome Medicine to Advance Precision Medicine
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The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has launched the Center for Genomic AI and Microbiome Medicine, a research center that will bring together human genetics and microbiome research and use artificial intelligence (AI) to investigate how human genetic variation and the gut mic more
New Joint Incubator Backs Founders Building Dual-Use Technologies
LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 1 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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New Joint Incubator Backs Founders Building Dual-Use Technologies
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Six companies founded by University of California San Diego students, faculty and alumni have been selected for the inaugural cohort of a new joint summer incubator from the UC San Diego Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC) and Bow Capital, an early stage venture capital firm anchored by the University more
Pratt Institute's Board of Trustees: Recently Elected Members and Trustee Emerita
BROOKLYN, New York, Sept. 1 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news:
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Pratt Institute's Board of Trustees: Recently Elected Members and Trustee Emerita
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Pratt Institute's Board of Trustees has elected four distinguished new members: architect and professional engineer Evan Akselrad (effective December 11, 2025); artist and Pratt Professor Emerita Iona Fromboluti (effective July 1, 2 more
Rice bioengineer King joins Texas cancer institute's AI advisory panel
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 1 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Rice bioengineer King joins Texas cancer institute's AI advisory panel
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Michael King, a bioengineering professor at Rice University who focuses on the behavior of cancer and immune cells in the bloodstream, was selected in August as a founding member of a new state advisory committee examining the use of artificial intelligence in cancer research.
The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT more
U of I builds leadership and infrastructure to support emerging technology
MOSCOW, Idaho, Sept. 1 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release:
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U of I builds leadership and infrastructure to support emerging technology
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Vandals don't do anything halfway. Determination drives them to push boundaries, lead innovation and, as President Scott Green likes to say, "punch above our weight."
Even before the recent wave of artificial intelligence breakthroughs dominated headlines, University of Idaho leadership invested in systems that positioned the more
USC Study Helped Shape Transparency Requirements for EU Social Media Moderation Law
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 1 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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USC Study Helped Shape Transparency Requirements for EU Social Media Moderation Law
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EU Social Media Regulation (Credit: Midjourney)
Are social media platforms' moderation systems actually catching harmful or illegal content?
USC researchers identified a loophole in the European Union (EU)'s laws covering social media regulation.
The legislation require more
UTulsa advances Oklahoma's national research competitiveness through new NSF consortium
TULSA, Oklahoma, Sept. 1 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news:
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UTulsa advances Oklahoma's national research competitiveness through new NSF consortium
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The University of Tulsa will play a leadership role in a major National Science Foundation (NSF) initiative aimed at strengthening Oklahoma's research enterprise, increasing the state's competitiveness for federal research funding and expanding opportunities for faculty and students across the innovation ecosystem.
The more
Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Walter Torous named executive director of MIT Center for Real Estate
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Walter Torous, senior lecturer in the MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning (DUSP) and the MIT Sloan School of Management, and director of the Master of Science in Real Estate Development Program (MSRED), was recently named executive director of the MIT Center for Real Estate (CRE) -effective July 1, 2026 more
Embry Riddle Professor Earns NSF Grant to Lead Undergrads in AI Research for Safety-Critical Systems
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 31 -- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University posted the following news:
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Embry Riddle Professor Earns NSF Grant to Lead Undergrads in AI Research for Safety-Critical Systems
Author: Michaela Jarvis
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Embry Riddle Aeronautical University faculty member Dr. Omar Ochoa a nearly $500,000 grant to direct undergraduate students interested in researching the use of AI in safety-critical systems, such as aviation, transp more
No Labels Issues Commentary: Is China Behind the Data Center Backlash?
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton:
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Is China Behind the Data Center Backlash?
Chinese bots posed as Americans to attack AI data centers - and revealed what Beijing wants for the U.S.
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No Labels recently published a report on the bipartisan backlash against data centers in the U.S.
Now, it turns out China may have been fanning the flames the more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Congressional Budget Office: 'Taxation of Social Security Benefits'
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "The Taxation of Social Security Benefits."
Here are excerpts:
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Social Security - the largest single program in the federal budget - has two components. Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) provides benefits to retired workers, their eligible dependents, and some survivors of deceased workers. Disability Insurance (DI) provides benefits to disabled workers and their dependents.
Unlike more
China Primer - U.S.-China Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10119) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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China Primer: U.S.-China Relations
The United States and the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) lead the world in the size of their economies, defense budgets, and research and technology investments. Both are among the five nuclear-arme more
Fifth & Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary & Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11459) by legislative attorney Milan N. Ball:
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For more than 150 years, federal law has banned individuals from distilling spirits at home. Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Sec.Sec. 5601(a)(6) and 5178(a)(1)(B) prohibit individuals from producing spirits at home for personal consumption by restricting a spirit distillery's location and attaching criminal penalties to nonco more
Labor Day Speech Resources Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R44152) by reference librarian Audrey Celeste Crane-Hirsch:
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Labor Day Speech Resources: Fact Sheet
Introduction
Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrating the achievements of American workers. Labor Day also symbolically marks the end of summer and, in many states, the beginning of the school year.
This guide is designed to assist congressional offices with work-related Labor Day c more
Section 301 & China - Shipping & Shipbuilding Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12666) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 301 and China: Shipping and Shipbuilding Issues
Title III of the Trade Act of 1974 (Sec.Sec.301-310, 19 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.2411-2420, referred to as "Section 301") is one of the principal statutory means by which the United States enforces U.S. rights under trade agreements and addresses more
Social Security Benefit Taxation Highlights Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11397) by social policy analyst T. Lynn Sears.
Here are excerpts:
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Social Security Benefit Taxation Highlights
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At a Glance
* In July 2026, the Social Security system provided over $138.4 billion in monthly benefits to more than 71.3 million retired or disabled workers and their spouses, survivors, and dependents.
* Since 1984, beneficiaries with income above cert more
TikTok & China's Digital Platforms - Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12640) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter and international trade and finance analyst Michael D. Sutherland.
Here are excerpts:
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Congress and U.S. policymakers at the federal and state levels have taken steps to address their national security-related concerns about the extent to which the People's Republic of China's (PRC, or China) influences digital p more
USPS Ballot Mail Rule - Overview & Potential Impact Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13297) by government organization and management analyst Michelle D. Christensen.
Here are excerpts:
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USPS Ballot Mail Rule: Overview and Potential Impact
On March 31, 2026, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order (EO) 14399, "Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections." The order states "unique ballot envelope identifiers, such as bar code more
Defining Final Agency Action for APA & CRA Review Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12386) by legislative attorney Valerie C. Brannon:
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Defining Final Agency Action for APA and CRA Review
Executive branch action may be subject to both judicial and congressional review. Two federal statutes authorizing such review are the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), which generally governs judicial review of agency action, and the Congressional Review Act (CRA), wh more
National Park Service - Fee Increases for International Visitors Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13098) by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay and immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson:
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National Park Service: Fee Increases for International Visitors
Congress has debated various measures to generate additional funds for the National Park System in light of a large backlog of deferred maintenance on system lands. One option under discussion has been more
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Recent Legal Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 26 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11472) by legislative attorney Sean Stiff:
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Recent Legal Developments
For nearly 20 years, Section 455(m) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended, has authorized a benefit for borrowers of federal Direct Loan program student loans commonly known as Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). First established by the College more
Criminal Justice Data - Human Trafficking Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47211) on Aug. 17, 2026, entitled "Criminal Justice Data: Human Trafficking" by domestic security specialist Kristin Finklea:
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SUMMARY
Human traffickers exploit vulnerable individuals for commercial sex and forced labor in a variety of legal and illegal industries, both across the United States and around the world. While some estimates of the incidence of human trafficking exist, compre more
Iran - U.S. Economic Sanctions & the Authority to Lift Restrictions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R43311) on Aug. 19, 2026, entitled "Iran - U.S. Economic Sanctions and the Authority to Lift Restrictions" by international sanctions and financial crimes specialist Liana W. Rosen, and Middle Eastern affairs specialist Clayton Thomas.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
U.S. sanctions related to Iran are arguably among the most comprehensive of any such sanctions that the United States unilater more
Kids Online Safety Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12730) by Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialist:
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Kids Online Safety Act
Beginning in the 117th Congress, some Members of Congress introduced different versions of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) - a bill seeking to address harms to minors online by creating requirements for certain online platforms, among other provisions. In the 119th Con more
National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13119) by Clare Y. Cho, natural resources policy specialist Mark K. DeSantis and energy policy analyst Lexie Ryan.
Here are excerpts:
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National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A): A Summary
The National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A) is a 23-million-acre area in northern Alaska owned and administered by the federal government. Originally designated as an emergency o more
Patriot Day Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R44178) by reference librarian Audrey Celeste Crane-Hirsch:
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Patriot Day: Fact Sheet
In 2001, P.L. 107-89 designated September 11 as Patriot Day to honor the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The law asks the President to issue an annual Proclamation for Patriot Day that directs the U.S. flag to be fl more
Payments in Lieu of Taxes - Section 6902 Payments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11772) by Clare Y. Cho, natural resources policy specialists Carol Hardy Vincent and Eric P. Nardi.
Here are excerpts:
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Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT): Section 6902 Payments
Introduction
Several federal programs compensate local jurisdictions for the presence of nontaxable federal lands. The widest-ranging program is the Department of the Interior's (DOI's) Payments in more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Connected Health Initiative Urges FDA to Enhance Digital Health Review Capacity and Harmonization
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 7, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, Maryland 20852
RE: Comments of the Connected Health Initiative, Medical Device User Fee Amendments; Public Meeting; Request for Comments (Docket No. FDA-2026-N-6655; 91 FR 42198)
The Connected Health Init more
Lrkahi Holistic Healing Advocates for Longitudinal and Interdisciplinary Frameworks in Future Psychedelic Treatment Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
COMMENTS OF LRKAHI HOLISTIC HEALING LLC
Considerations for Potential Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs
Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7542
Submitted by Marjorie Hrkulani Brooke
Founder & CEO
Lrkahi Holistic Healing, LLC
marjorie@lokahiholistichealing.com
South Florida lokahi.co
Introduction
Lrkahi Holistic Healing more
NACAA Warns EPA Proposed Rollbacks Could Undermine Heavy Duty Vehicle Emission Reductions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20460
To Whom It May Concern:
The National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA) respectfully submits the following comments on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) proposed rule, "Amendments and Nonconfor more
Nevada Chronic Care Collaborative Urges FDA Approval for GRAILs Galleri MultiCancer Early Detection Test
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 1, 2026
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: [FDA-2026-N-8004] Molecular and Clinical Genetics Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments-GRAIL, more
Rocket Lab Supports FAA Proposal to Streamline Commercial Space Launch Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Via Electronic Filing
Federal Aviation Administration
Department of Transportation
800 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20591
Re: Docket No. FAA--2026--8614; RIN 2120--AM51
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Waiver of Specified Statutory
Requirements for Commercial Space Launch and Reentry Actions
more
Volvo Group Urges EPA to Extend Useful Life and Flexibility Provisions for 2027 Heavy-Duty Engine Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
United States of America
Environmental Protection Agency
Amendments and Nonconformance Penalties for Model Year 2027 and Later Heavy-Duty Highway Engines and Amendments to Inducement Provisions for SCR-Equipped Diesel Engines
Docket I.D. Nos.: 40 CFR Parts 86, 1036, 1037, 1039, 1065, and 1071 [EPA-HQ-OAR-2026-0728; FRL 1 more
3 Energy Industry Groups Oppose Moving to 24/7 Trading and Perpetual Contracts Referencing Physical Energy Commodities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 26, 2026
VIA REGULATIONS.GOV
Mr. Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: RIN 3038-AF75 - "Request for Comment on the Extension of Standard Futures Contracts to 24/7 Trading and on Perpe more
4 Environmental Groups Urge FAA to Withdraw Proposal Waiving Federal Laws for Commercial Space Launches
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 27, 2026
Docket Operations
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
1200 New Jersey
Avenue SE, West Building, 5th Floor
(W58-213), Washington, DC 20590- 0001
RE: Docket No. FAA-2026-8614
Friends of Canaveral (FOC), Merritt Island Wildlife Association (MIWA), National Parks Conservation Association, and N more
6 Law Professors Urge Office of Refugee Resettlement to Delete Proposed Tattoo Examination Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1 August 25, 2026
Submitted via: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ACF-2026-0199-0001
Toby Biswas
Director of Policy
Unaccompanied Children Program
Office of Refugee Resettlement
Administration for Children and Families
Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, DC
Re: Unaccompanied Children Pr more
ACS Urges CMS to Extend Separate Payment for Non-Opioid Pain Treatments and Develop Robust Outpatient Surgical Quality Measures
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1
August 31, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE:
Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center
Payment Systems; and Quality Repo more
AFL-CIO United Association of Journeymen Urges NRC to Streamline Construction Permitting and Reactor Siting Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID NRC-2025-0975 August 27, 2026 Page 1 of 6
General Office File Reference: GP
August 27, 2026
VIA ONLINE PORTAL
The Honorable Ho K. Nieh, Chairman U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, D.C. 20555
Re: Modernizing Reactor Licensing, Safety Oversight, and Siting Practices (Docket ID NRC-2025-0975)
Dear C more
Airlines for America Urges FAA to Conduct Comprehensive Impact Analysis of Commercial Space Reentry Operations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
Leslie Grey
FAA Environmental Protection Specialist
Federal Aviation Administration
To Leslie Grey:
Airlines for America (A4A), the trade association representing the leading U.S. passenger and cargo airlines, appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Draft Environmental Assessment for Reditus more
American Academy of Hospice & Palliative Medicine Urges CMS to Strengthen Advance Care Planning Measures
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attn: CMS-1850-P
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Syste more
American Benefits Council Urges CMS to Enact Site-Neutral Payment Cuts for Imaging Without Contrast
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE: Comments in Response to Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Progr more
American Burn Association Urges CMS to Ensure Fair Payment for Burn Treatments and Advanced Wound Care Technologies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
American Burn Association
141 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste 1920
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 642-9260 |
info@ameriburn.org
| ameriburn.org
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
7500 Se more
American Society of Diagnostic & Interventional Nephrology Urges CMS to Approve Pass-Through Payment for EndoForce System
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard,
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and
Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems, etc.; Proposed Rule.
Dear Administrator Oz:
Th more
Arizona Nurses Association Urges CMS to Include Nurses on Outpatient Payment Advisory Panel and Address Reimbursement Disparities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ARIZONA NURSES ASSOCIATION
4650 E Cotton Center Blvd, Suite 155, Phoenix, Arizona 85040 | (480) 831-0404 | www.aznurse.org
August 28, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted electroni more
Asante Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed 340B Drug Reductions and Accelerated Remedy Recoupment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Asante Public Affairs
731 Black Oak Drive
Medford, Oregon 97504
August 26, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Submitted via Regulations.gov
Re: CMS-1850-P, CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule
Dear Administrator Oz:
We are w more
Association for Accessible Medicines Urges CMS to Protect Biosimilars from Drug Discount Payment Reductions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
Submitted via http://www.regulations.gov
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surg more
Association for Ambulatory Behavioral Healthcare Urges CMS to Finalize Payment Increases for Outpatient Mental Health Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8010
Dear CMS Administration,
Re: Response to Proposed Changes to the CY2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) CMS-1850-P
On behalf of the Associa more
Association for Clinical Oncology Urges CMS to Reject Drug Discount Cuts and Accelerated Recoupment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20001
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; Includ more
Ballad Health Urges CMS to Strengthen Low Wage Index Protections and Expand Rural Safety Net Exemptions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
BalladHealth
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Alan Levine
Chair & Chief Executive Officer
303 Med Tech Parkway
Suite 300
Johnson City, TN 37604 more
Bayhealth Medical Center Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Payment Reductions and Site-Neutral Imaging Policy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: CMS-1850-P, Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; lncluding the H more
Big Health Urges CMS to Reassign Digital Mental Health Treatment Device Code to Higher Level Ambulatory Payment Classification
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31st, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; an more
Biogen Supports CMS Proposal to Align Medicare Reimbursement for 340B Drugs With Actual Acquisition Costs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting more
Biotechnology Innovation Organization Urges FDA to Provide Standardized Protocol Language and Operational Flexibility
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 24th, 2026
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
Re: Docket No. FDA-2023-D-5259; Master Protocols for Drug and Biological Product Development
Dear Sir/Madam:
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the oppor more
California Schools VEBA Urges CMS to Enact Honest Billing Mandates and Non-Contrast Imaging Payment Reductions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
P.O.. Box 8010, Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
August 31, 2026
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Progr more
Community Healthcare Partners Urges CMS to Permit Clinically Integrated Networks to Furnish Remote Patient Monitoring
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Draft CMS Comment Letter - CY 2027 PFS Proposed Rule
8/19/2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule
To the Centers for Medicare & Medicai more
Conn. Energy & Environmental Protection Dept. Urges NRC to Reject Higher Public Dose Limits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
79 Elm Street
Hartford, CT 06106-5127
860.424.3000
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
portal.ct.gov/DEEP
August 27, 2026
Chairman Nieh, and Commissioners Wright, Crowell, Marzano, and Weaver
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-0001
Re: Comments of the Connecticut Department of Ener more
Corewell Health Urges NRC to Clarify Patient Release Programs and Caregiver Dose Management Guidelines
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Reforming and Modernizing the NRC Radiation Protection Framework
NRC Docket NRC-2025-1140 | Proposed Rule 2026-14208
Executive Summary
Corewell Health generally supports the NRC's effort to modernize the radiation protection framework, reduce unnecessary administrative burden, improve regulatory clarity, and better alig more
Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine Psychiatry Professor Dokucu Urges CMS to Maintain Current Reimbursement Levels for Innovative MRI-Guided Treatment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: CMS-1850-P - CY2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System
CPT Codes 0890T, 0891T, and 0892T
Dear Administrator Oz:
I am a psychiatrist at Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH, where I direct the TMS neuromodulation services for patients experiencing treatment-resistant depression many of whom are rural and can more
Denver Health Urges CMS to Protect Safety-Net Hospitals From Proposed 340B Payment Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Submitted electronically to regulations.gov
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule [CMS-1850-P]
Dear Administrator Oz:
On behalf of Denv more
DNV Healthcare Calls for Adequate Lead Time to Implement EMTALA Compliance Changes in Hospital Accreditation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
DNV Healthcare USA Inc. | 19219 Katy Freeway, Suite 175, Houston TX 77094 | www.dnvhealthcare.com
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Secretary Department of Health and Human Services
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd Baltimore, MD 21244
more
Domestic Policy Caucus Urges CMS to Finalize 340B Payment Realignment to Support Rural Hospitals
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Copyright (c) 2026 Domestic Policy Caucus
1
Re: CMS-1850-P
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore MD 21244
Dear Administrator Oz:
On behalf of the Domestic Policy Caucus and more
Earthjustice Urges FAA to Withdraw Commercial Space Environmental Waivers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Federal Aviation Administration
800 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20591
Docket Operations: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
West Building, 5th Floor (W58-213)
Washington, DC 20590-0001
Re: Waiver of Specified Statutory Requirements for Commercial Space Launch more
EnergySolutions Urges NRC to Clarify Alternative Demonstration Pathways and Align Radiation Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 26, 2026 ES-RA-2026-051
Jody Martin
Secretary of the Commission
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-0001
ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff
Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov under Docket ID NRC-2025-1667 Subject: EnergySolutions, LLC Comments on the Proposed Rul more
Ensemble Health Partners Urges CMS to Study Distributional Impacts on Safety Net Hospitals
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Ensemble | 1
Public-Ensemble
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; CY 2027 OPPS/ASC Proposed Rule; CMS-1850 more
Essentia Health Urges CMS to Recognize Financial Pressures on Rural Hospitals in CY 2027 Proposed Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives.
Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Mail Stop C4-26 more
Florida Behavioral Health Association Urges CMS to Apply Site-Neutral Payment Rates for Community Mental Health Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Page 1
August 31, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; Including the Hospital Outpatient Quality Report more
Friends of Midway Atoll, Battle of Midway National Memorial Urge FAA to Retain Environmental Review Requirements
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Subject: Friends of Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge and Battle of Midway National Memorial response to FAA Proposed Rule (FAA-2026-8614-001): Waiver of Specified Statutory Requirements for Commercial Space Launch and Reentry Actions
Date: August 27, 2026
The following comments are submitted in response to the July more
Great Lakes Environmental Law Center, Sierra Club Urge EPA to Reject Proposed Redesignations and Nitrogen Oxide Waiver for Berrien and Muskegon
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 27, 2026
Submitted via regulations.gov
Neena Svingen Air and Radiation Division (AR-18J) Environmental Protection Agency, Region 5 77 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604
Re: Proposed Redesignation of the Berrien, MI and Muskegon, MI Areas to Attainment of the 2015 Ozone Standard, EPA-RO5-OAR-2025-4116 and EPA-R05 more
Health Policy & Market Access VP Reed Urge CMS to Reassess Reimbursement Rates for Unattended Home Sleep Testing Codes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Cardiac Management Solutions
121 Gamma Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
800.543.3267 (main)
866.567.7615 (fax)
cardiac.zoll.com
August 18, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS 6098 NC
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: more
Healthcare Association of New York State Oppose Proposed Medicare Payment Cuts and Policy Changes Threatening Hospital Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, Maryland 21244
RE: CMS-1850-P: Medicare Program; Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System for Calendar Year 2027; Proposed Rule
Dear Administrator Oz:
The Healthcare more
Hudson Technologies Urges EPA to Create Dedicated Reclaimer Allowance Set-Aside for Post-2028 Phasedown
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
300 Tice Blvd - Suite 290 Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 www.hudsontech.com
August 27, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA Docket Center Air and Radiation Docket, Mail Code 28221T 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460
Re: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2026-1948; FRL-13117-01- OAR Notice of Data Availability: more
Hyperliquid Policy Center Urges CFTC to Embrace Perpetual Contracts and Onchain Financial Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 27, 2026
Mr. Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Innovation Advisory Committee (August 20, 2026 Meeting)
Dear Mr. Kirkpatrick:
Hyperliquid Policy Center ("HPC") appreciate the oppo more
Idaho Hand Center Urges CMS to Reconsider Orthopedic Reimbursement Reductions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
|Jeffrey S. Boyer, MD | Cara M. Lorentzen, MD |Jayson C. Johnson, MD | |Lauren A.J. Bechtold, MD | Shane M. Haas, PA-C | Eric Burback, OTR/L, CHT | Lacey Braun, Administrator|
901 N Curtis Road, Suite 304 Boise, Idaho 83706 | Phone: 208.342.4263 | Fax 208.375.0597 www.idahohandcenter.com
August 24, 2026 The Honorable Me more
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
IEEE POWER & ENERGY SOCIETY NUCLEAR POWER ENGINEERING COMMITTEE
THE INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS, Inc.
CHAIR Robert Konnik Champlain Cable Corp. 175 Hercules Dr. Colchester, VT. 05446
VICE CHAIR Eric Rasmussen Curtiss Wright 4600 E. Tech Drive Cincinnati, OH 45245
SECRETARY Rebecca Steinman Cons more
IFPTE Urges NRC to Reject Proposed Rule Diminishing Radiation Protection Based on Outdated Science
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL ENGINEERS
August 31, 2026
Submitted via regulations.gov
Hon. Ho K. Nieh, Chairman
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
11545 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: Reforming and Modernizing the NRC's Radiation Protection Framework
(Docket No. NRC-2025-1140)
Dear Ch more
Illinois Environmental Council Urges EPA to Maintain Strong Heavy Duty Engine Emission Standards to Protect Public Health and Climate
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
520 E Capitol Ave
Springfield, IL 62701
217-544-5954
iec@ilenviro.org
ilenviro.org
28 August 2026
Docket ID No.EPA-HQ-OAR-2026-0728 Submitted by: Illinois Environmental Council (IEC)
RE: Proposed Rule: Penalties for Model Year 2027 and Later Heavy-Duty Highway Engines
The Illinois Environmental Council has d more
International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery Urges CMS to Exempt Key Spine Codes from Efficiency Adjustment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery
111 W. Wesley St, Suite 2, Wheaton, IL 60187 USA T: 630-681-1040 / www.isass.org
August 19, 2026
Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimor more
Iowa Hospital Association Urges CMS to Withdraw Payment Cuts Threatening Rural Healthcare Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
100 EAST GRAND, SUITE 100, DES MOINES, IA 50309-1835 | P 515.288.1955 | WWW.IHAONLINE.ORG
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
P.O. Box 8010
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Re: CMS-1850-P - Medicare Program: Hosp more
IQVIA Urges FDA to Provide Practical Case Examples and Integrate Decentralized Clinical Trial Approaches
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
2400 Ellis Road Durham, NC 27703 iqvia.com
August 24, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852
Re: Master Protocols for Drug and Biological Product Development; Draft Guidance for Industry. FDA-2023-D-5259
Dear Sir or Madam:
IQVIA appreciates t more
Johnson and Johnson Advocates for Reforms to Medicare Outpatient Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc
1350 I (Eye) Street, NW, Suite 1210
Washington, DC 20005 USA
T +1 202 589-1000
jroche8@its.jnj.com
jnj.com
August 31, 2026
BY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION:
http://www.regulations.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health more
Kentucky Life Sciences Council Urges CMS to Adopt ASP Reimbursement for Diagnostic Radiopharmaceuticals to Support Innovation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
To: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
The Kentucky Life Sciences Council (KLSC) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on the Calendar Year 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center Proposed Rule.
KLSC represents Kentucky's life sciences and healthcare industr more
Lantheus Urges CMS to Utilize Average Sales Price Methodology for Diagnostic Radiopharmaceuticals
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 30, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244-185
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; Including the Hospital Outpatient more
Los Angeles County Health Agencies Urge CMS to Withdraw Outpatient Payment Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System Proposed Rule (HHS Dock more
Lupin Inc. Urges FDA to Deny Neurelis Petition Blocking Generic Diazepam Nasal Spray Approvals
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
5801 Pelican Bay Blvd., Suite 500, Naples, FL 34108. TEL: 1-239-316-1900 Fax: 1-443-740-9339 www.lupinpharmcaceuticals.com
August 19, 2026
Dockets Management Staff U.S. Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane Room 1061, HFA-305 Rockville, MD 20852
RE: Comments on Docket No. FDA-2026-P-7728
Lupin Inc. ("Lupin") su more
Maine Emergency Management Agency Urges NRC to Retain 50-Mile Ingestion Pathway Zone for Traditional Reactors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Major General Diane L. Dunn Commissioner State of Maine Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management Maine Emergency Management Agency
Peter J. Rogers Director
72 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333-0072 Phone: 207-624-4400/800-452-8735 Fax: 207-287-3178
August 27, 2026
RE: Modernizing Reactor Licensing more
Mercy Health Urges CMS to Withdraw 340B Payment Cuts and Maintain Remedy Repayment Schedule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Mercy
15740 S. Outer 40
St. Louis, MO 63017
August 26, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
725 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20503
Re: CMS-1850-P Medicare Program; Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and
Ambulatory Surgical Cen more
Metropolitan Affairs Coalition Urges EPA to Approve Southeast Michigan Clean Air Act Maintenance Plan
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 18, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Region 5 Air and Radiation Division
Attn: Docket EPA-R05-OAR-2022-0004
Submitted via email to: arra.sarah@epa.gov
Re: Docket EPA-R05-OAR-2022-0004 - Proposed Redesignation of the Detroit, Michigan Area to Attainment of the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Stan more
Michigan Health & Hospital Association Warn of $76 Million Medicare Payment Cuts Amid Rising Costs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Aug. 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
RE: Medicare Proposed Rule to Update the Medicare Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) for Calendar Year more
MolecuLight Urges CMS to Include CPT Code for Wound Imaging Procedure in Ambulatory Surgical Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
info@moleculight.com
www.moleculight.com
+1.647.362.4684
North American Toll Free: +1.877.818.4360
MolecuLight Corp.
2403 Sidney Street
Suite 286
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
August 30, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human S more
Mountain View Headache & Spine Institute Chief Medical Officer Viswanath Urges CMS to Reconsider Payment Cuts and Policy Changes Impacting Interventional Pain Practices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Omar Viswanath, MD
Mountain View Headache and Spine Institute
Scottsdale, AZ
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016, Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Payment Poli more
National Mining Association Urges NRC to Streamline Uranium Recovery Permitting and Expand Categorical Exclusions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
101 Constitution Ave. NW / Suite 500 East / Washington, DC 20001 / Phone: 202.463.2600
Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov
August 21, 2026
Mr. Tomas Herrera Acting Secretary U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001
RE: Nuclear Regulatory Commission Implementation of the National Environmental P more
National Retail Federation Urges DHS to Extend Deadline on Proposed H-1B Cap Subject Fees
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 27, 2026
Samantha Deshommes
Chief, Regulatory Coordination Division
Office of Policy and Strategy
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Department of Homeland Security
5900 Capital Gateway Drive
Camp Springs, MD 20588-0009
Re: DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0298; RIN 1615-AD20; "Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions" more
National Uniform Billing Committee Urges CMS to Issue Guidance on Off Campus Provider Identifiers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Dear Administrator Oz,
On behalf of the National Uniform Billing Committee (NUBC), I am writing to provide comments in response to the Centers for Medi more
Nephron Nitrile LLC Urges CMS to Adopt Non-Budget-Neutral Reimbursement for American-Made Examination and Surgical Gloves
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
American Armor Gloves
Nephron Nitrile LLC, dba American Armor Gloves
4777 12th Street Extension, West Columbia, SC 29172
HUBZone-Certified | SDVOSB Joint Venture (Operation Nitrile) | FDA 510(k) K233970
August 30, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and more
New Hampshire Hospital Association Urge CMS to Reconsider Proposed Payment Cuts and Regulatory Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
125 Airport Road Concord, NH 03301-7300 603.225.0900 Fax: 603.225.4346 http://www.nhha.org August 27, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: CMS-1850-P, Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and A more
Nuclear Energy Institute Urges NRC to Clarify Systems Approach to Training Review Guidance for Advanced and Operating Reactors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Tim Riti
Director, Regulatory Affairs
Technical & Regulatory Services
Phone:
202.739.8137
Email:
txr@nei.org
August 20, 2026
Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards
Mail Stop: TWFN-5-A85
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-001
Attn: Guidance and Publications Branch
Subjec more
NuScale Raises Concerns Over Rigid Evaluation Criteria and Clarifies Training Program Inspection and Assessment Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
nuscalepower.com
LO - 200160
1100 NE Circle Blvd., Suite 350, Corvallis, OR 97330 Phone: 541.360.0500 Fax 541.207.3928
NuScale Nonproprietary
August 21, 2026
Docket No. NRC-2026-1849
Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards
Mail Stop: TWFN-7-B50M
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555 more
Ohio Hematology Oncology Society Urges FDA Approval of Galleri MultiCancer Early Detection Test
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: FDA-2026-N-8004 - Molecular and Clinical Genetics Panel of the Medical Devices
Advisory Committee; GRAIL, Inc. Galleri
Dear Members of the Molecular and Clinical Genetics Panel:
O more
Payward Inc. Urges CFTC to Modernize Derivatives Rules for 24/7 Energy and Commodity Markets
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 26, 2026
Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary ofthe Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20581
RE: Request for Comment on the Extension of Standard Futures Contracts to 24/7 Trading and on Perpetual Contracts Referencing Physically Delivered more
Physician Fee Schedule Pathology Payment Coalition Urges CMS to Retain Algorithmic Diagnostic Tests on Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244-185
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; and Quality Reporting Programs; Including the Hospital Outpati more
Plastics Industry Association Opposes Listing Microplastics in UCMR 6 Due to Lack of Validated Methods and Insufficient Health Data
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Via Regulations.gov (EPA-HQ-OW- 2023-0469)
Brenda Bowden
Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (28221T)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20460
Re:
Comments of the Plastics Industry Association
Proposed Sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6) fo more
Premier Inc. Urges CMS to Protect Safety Net Resources and Modernize Domestic Supply Chain Incentives
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
200 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 330, Washington, DC 20001 | premierinc.com
August 28, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20201
Submitte more
PRINE Health Medical Group Urges CMS to Reconcile Staffing Mandates with Practice Expense Inputs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: CMS-1848-P, CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule. Comments on Remote Physiologic Monitoring valuation, initiat more
Proliance Surgeons Urges CMS to Reconsider Musculoskeletal Payment Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 24th, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 445-G
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under t more
Real Safety AI Foundation Urges Inclusion of Instructional Delivery Data in National Special Education Spending Study
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
To: Matt Soldner, National Center for Education Statistics, Institute of Education Sciences, U.S. Department of Education
Re: Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; National Special Education Spending Study
Docket No.: ED-2026-SCC-2674 OMB Control No.: 1850-1000
Citation: 91 Fed. Reg. 52,298 (Aug. 13, more
Robert Packer Hospital Urges CMS to Abandon Drug Discount Cuts and Accelerated Recoupment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory
Surgical Center Payment Systems (CMS-1850-P)
Dear Administrator Oz:
On behalf of Rob more
Safety-Net Association of Pennsylvania Urges CMS to Protect Safety-Net Hospitals from Compound Reimbursement Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
200 N. Third Street, Floor 11A | Harrisburg, PA 17101 | 717-234-6970 717-234-6971 fax | www.pasafetynet.org
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8013
Subject: CMS-1850-P; Medicare Prog more
Shell Offshore Supports Federal Oil and Gas Rule Modernization to Enhance Clarity and Reduce Costs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Shell Offshore Inc. 150 Dairy Ashford Road Houston, Texas 77079 www.shell.com April Lockler Director, Office of Natural Resources Revenue Building 85, Room A322 Denver Federal Center 65h Avenue and Kipling Street Denver, CO 80225 [Submitted via www.regulations.gov] August 31, 2026 Re: Federal Oil, Gas, and Coal Amendments, more
Sidecar Health Advocates for Enhanced Standardization and Completeness of Hospital Price Transparency Data
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Sidecar Health Insurance Company
1
Sidecar Health Insurance Company is an Ohio-domiciled health insurance company offering comprehensive major medical coverage, currently in the large group market in several states. Sidecar Health provides commercial health insurance through an innovative, consumer-driven model. Our large more
Sirveil Inc. Urges FTC to Require External Evidentiary Verification for Algorithmic Pricing Data and Deletion Remedies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
COMMENT OF SIRVEIL, INC.
To: Federal Trade Commission
Re: Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing Docket: FTC-2026-1057
Matter No. P034101
From: Ben Tobin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sirveil, Inc., San Jose, California
Date: 30 August 2026
Disclosure of interest, first
I run Si more
SJMD Solutions Urges CMS to Reconsider Payment Cuts and Policy Changes Impacting Interventional Pain Practices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Sunny Jha, MD, MS, FASA
President, SJMD Solutions
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
August 19, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016, Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Payment Polici more
SNMMI Praises CMS Progress on Diagnostic Radiopharmaceutical Reimbursement and Calls for Enhanced Transparency
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: CMS-1850-P - Calendar Year 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payme more
Sonex Health Urges CMS to Increase Device Offset for Ultrasound Guided Carpal Tunnel Release
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 30, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attn: CMS-1850-P 7500 Security Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems Proposed Rule for CY 2027 (CMS-1850-P)
Dear more
Southern Valley Services Urges DOE to Incorporate Measured Field Costs and First-Order Durability Benefits in Energy Codes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Southern Valley Services, LLC
RESNET-Certified Energy Inspection and HERS Rating | Huntsville, Alabama
May 6, 2026
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation, Building Technologies Office
1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585
Re: Comments on Docket No. EERE-2026-BT-BC-0034 more
Sovato Urges CMS to Recognize Remote Surgical Procedures as Emerging Care Delivery Model
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attn: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010 Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Re: CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient PPS Policy Changes and Payment Rates and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System Policy Changes and more
Stony Brook University Surgery Professor Spaniolas Urges CMS to Reassess Payment Rates and Classification of Complex Bariatric Procedures
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
STONY BROOK MEDICINE
Department of Surgery
Konstantinos Spaniolas, MD MBA FACS FASMBS
Professor of Surgery
Vice Chair for Quality and Outcomes, Department of Surgery
Division Chief, Advanced GI, Bariatric and Foregut Surgery
Stony Brook University Hospital | Health Sciences Center, T-19
Stony Brook, NY 11794
Phone: more
Taxpayers Protection Alliance Urges DEA to Reject Prohibition and Adopt Harm Reduction Oversight for Kratom Alkaloid
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
The Honorable Terrance C. Cole
Administrator
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
700 Army Navy Drive
Arlington, Virginia 22202
Dear Administrator Cole:
On behalf of millions of taxpayers and consumers across the country, the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA) appreciates the opportunity to respond more
Terumo Interventional Systems Urges CMS to Refine Software as a Medical Service Payment and Complexity Adjustments
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 28, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare Program; CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment Sy more
Trout Unlimited Panhandle Chapter Urges Forest Service to Retain Roadless Protections and Adopt Collaborative State Models
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
431 Idaho Panhandle Chapter of Trout Unlimited
PO Box 936, Sandpoint, ID 83864
Email: info@northidahoTU.org
August 26, 2026
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins
US Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20250-1124
Dear Secretary Rollins:
RE: Proposed Rescinding of the 200 more
UC Health Urges Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Withdraw Drug Discount Reimbursement Reductions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8010, Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Re: CMS-1850-P; Medicare Program: CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System and Ambulatory S more
University of East London Law Senior Lecturer Marinova Urges FTC to Reject Presumption That Disclosure Makes Higher Personalized Prices Avoidable
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment on the FTC's Proposed Enforcement Policy Statement Regarding Personalized Pricing
Dr Miroslava Marinova
Senior Lecturer in Law, University of East London, UK
I welcome the Federal Trade Commission's proposed Enforcement Policy Statement and, in particular, its recognition that personalised pricing may cause subst more
University of Virginia Anesthesiology Assistant Professor Gallo Urges CMS to Reimburse High-Cost Cancer Drugs Separately to Preserve Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 25, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1850-P
P.O. Box 8013
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems; more
University of Washington Radiology Professor Wright Urges CMS to Reclassify BoneMRI Code for Better Patient Safety and Cost Efficiency
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Department of Radiology
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
Department of Radiology
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
SeattleChildrens.org
Tel 206.987.2134
Fax 206.985.3403
SeattleChildrens.org
Tel 206.987.2134
Fax 206.985.3403Hope. Care. Cure.
Date: August 26, 2026
To: Centers for Medicare & Medica more
WMCHealth Urges CMS to Reconsider Proposed Cuts to 340B Drug Reimbursements and Accelerated Recoupment
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 31, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems (CMS-1850-P)
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On behalf of Westche more
Zeno Power Systems Urges NRC to Ensure Package Certification Rules Apply to Radioisotope Power Systems
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Zeno Power Systems, Inc. 709 G St. NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20001 info@zenopower.com
To: Secretary of the Commission
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-0001
ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff
Docket ID: NRC-2025-1667 August 24, 2026 SUBJECT: Zeno Power Systems, Inc. Comments on NRC-2025- more
Tipoffs: Iran
70th BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL 2026 PROGRAMME 7-18 OCTOBER
LONDON, England, Sept. 3 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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THE 70th BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL 2026 PROGRAMME 7-18 OCTOBER
Opening with the European Premiere of Simon Stone's ELSINORE
Closing with the UK Premiere of Jesse Eisenberg's THE DEBUT
The Mayor of London's Gala is the UK Premiere of Danny Boyle's INK
The Patrons' Gala is the International Premiere of Tony Gilroy's BEHEMOTH!
The Festival also announces:
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American Action Forum Issues Insight: Jones Act Petroleum Waiver - Assessing Flows and Cost Savings
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The American Action Forum issued the following insight on Sept. 2, 2026, by Energy and Environmental Policy Director Shuting Pomerleau:
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The Jones Act Petroleum Waiver: Assessing Flows and Cost Savings
Executive Summary
* In response to global energy disruptions triggered by conflicts in the Middle East, the Trump Administration issued a waiver of the century-old Jones Act in March 2026, temporarily lifting restrictions on foreign-built and foreign-owned vessels t more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: President Trump Impeachment "Inevitable?"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary:
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President Trump Impeachment "Inevitable?"
A third impeachment of President Donald Trump appears inevitable as pollsters are predicting very bad results for Republicans in the 2026 midterms. Democrats are all but certain to take back the House of Representatives, raising the question: What will they impeach Trump for this time? And what happens if the GOP loses the U.S. Senate?
As reported by more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: GOP Senate Candidates Don't Give a Damn About Voters' Economic Concerns
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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GOP Senate Candidates Don't Give a Damn About Voters' Economic Concerns
Republican Senate Candidates are dismissing Americans' affordability concerns and telling struggling Americans to "earn more," "be patriots," and that they will be "fine"
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As a record number of Americans say "their financial situation is worsening," Republican Senate candidates across key battleground states are more
House Judiciary Ranking Member Raskin Issues Opening Statement Blasting Republicans for Trying to Strip American Children of Their Constitutional Right to Citizenship
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement Blasting Republicans For Trying to Strip American Children of Their Constitutional Right to Citizenship
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at a Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government hearing on Republicans' cont more
House Ways and Means Ranking Member Neal Issues Statement at Hearing on Critical Resources, Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Richard E. Neal, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following statement on Sept. 2, 2026, at a hearing on critical resources and supply chains:
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President Trump has spent his term running the economy into the ground. Despite bold promises to deliver for the people on lower prices and abundant jobs and opportunity, he has brought the opposite. He abandoned his promises to chase a relentless campaign of war, chaos, a more
Hughes Hubbard & Reed: Jeremy Paner Analyzes Impact of "Operation Economic Outcast" With Japan's NHK
NEW YORK, Sept. 3 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Jeremy Paner Analyzes Impact of "Operation Economic Outcast" with Japan's NHK
Sanctions campaign targeting Iran's economy raises risks for companies and banks in China, Turkiye and the UAE.
Highlights
* U.S. sanctions strategy shifts from sector-specific restrictions to pressure on Iran's broader economy.
* China, Turkiye and the UAE face increased scrutiny due to trade ties with Iran.
* Paner says more
ICYMI: After Voting to Raise Costs, Tom Barrett Heads to Rose Garden to Beg for Cash
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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ICYMI: After Voting to Raise Costs, Tom Barrett Heads to Rose Garden to Beg for Cash
Politico has reported that, as their abysmal voting records put their re-election in jeopardy, Tom Barrett and other Republicans are headed to the Rose Garden to beg Trump for campaign cash. In response, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement:
"Michiga more
ICYMI: DNC Continues to Fire Up Democratic Campaign Machine With Historic Organizing Blitz to Take Back Congress From Republicans
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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ICYMI: DNC Continues to Fire Up Democratic Campaign Machine with Historic Organizing Blitz to Take Back Congress From Republicans
As Democrats head into the midterms with historic momentum, the DNC continues to fire up an unprecedented organizing blitz to help put Democrats on target to take back Congress from Republicans, hold Donald Trump accountable, and deliver for working fa more
Iran - UN Fact-Finding Mission Urges Withdrawal of Bill Criminalizing Contact With Foreign Entities
GENEVA, Switzerland, Sept. 3 -- The United Nations Human Rights Council issued the following statement:
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Iran - UN Fact-Finding Mission urges withdrawal of bill criminalizing contact with foreign entities
The UN Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran called on the Government to immediately withdraw draft legislation currently before parliament that could lead to the imprisonment of journalists, academics and activists for up to 30 years simply for communicating with forei more
Pallone Opening Remarks at Full Committee Markup of Energy and Environment Bills
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release:
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Pallone Opening Remarks at Full Committee Markup of Energy and Environment Bills
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at a Full Committee markup of six energy bills and four environment bills:
Today the full Committee is marking up 10 bills - six nuclear bills more
Ranking Member Jayapal's Opening Statement at Hearing on Trump's Immigration Dragnet and Republican Threats to Defund Local Police
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Ranking Member Jayapal's Opening Statement at Hearing on Trump's Immigration Dragnet and Republican Threats to Defund Local Police
Today, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, delivered opening remarks at a hearing on Republicans' efforts to force state and l more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing on Trump's Immigration Dragnet and Republican Threats to Defund Local Police
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing on Trump's Immigration Dragnet and Republican Threats to Defund Local Police
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at a Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement hearing on Republicans' efforts to more
Subcommittee on Trade Ranking Member Sanchez Issues Statement at Full Committee Hearing on Critical Resources, Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, ranking member of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, issued the following opening statement on Sept. 2, 2026, at a full committee hearing on critical resources and supply chains:
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Thank you, Chairman Smith. I also want to thank the witnesses for joining us today.
Critical minerals are a timely and important topic. But we need to put this hearing in perspective.
Americans' pocketbooks are feeling the squeeze, thanks more
White House Fact Sheet: 10 Times Extreme Liberal Democrats in Congress Put Their Dangerous Agenda Ahead of the American People
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on Sept. 2, 2026:
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Ten Times Extreme Liberal Democrats in Congress Put Their Dangerous Agenda Ahead of the American People
President Trump and Republicans have passed legislation that has put more money in hardworking American's pockets and made communities safer nationwide. At every turn, Extreme Liberal Democrats continue to attempt to obstruct commonsense policies in pursuit of their dangerous radical agenda-- and more
AFT Survey Shows Teachers Are Stressed, Working Second Jobs and Still Paying Hundreds for Classroom Supplies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release:
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AFT Survey Shows Teachers Are Stressed, Working Second Jobs and Still Paying Hundreds for Classroom Supplies
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WASHINGTON-The AFT today released a new national survey that reveals a teaching profession in crisis, with educators stressed out, working second jobs, battling rising costs and forking out hundreds of dollars from their own pockets for classroom supplies and more
Congressman Brad Sherman Statement on Trump Administration Deal Opening the Door to a Nuclear-Armed Saudi Arabia
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Brad Sherman Statement on Trump Administration Deal Opening the Door to a Nuclear-Armed Saudi Arabia
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32), senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement after reviewing the proposed U.S.-Saudi Arabia Section 123 Agreement for peaceful nuclear cooperation submitted to Congress by the Trump Administra more
Congressman Veasey Responds to ICE's Lie of Prairieland Detention Facility Oversight Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Veasey Responds to ICE's Lie of Prairieland Detention Facility Oversight Visit
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Today, the office of Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) conducted a congressional oversight visit to the Prairieland Detention Facility in Alvarado, Texas. Prior to the visit, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deceitfully misrepresented the purpose of the congressional visit around one particular indi more
Deluzio Releases New Data Showing Pennsylvanians Have Had to Spend an Additional $4,200 on Everyday Essentials Under Trump
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Deluzio Releases New Data Showing Pennsylvanians Have Had to Spend an Additional $4,200 on Everyday Essentials Under Trump
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) released new data from the Joint Economic Committee Democrats showing that American families have had to spend an additional $4,200+ on goods and services since President Trump took office in January 2025.
"Und more
Figures Introduces Bill to Reverse President's Beef Order and Support American Cattle Producers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Shomari C. Figures, D-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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Figures Introduces Bill to Reverse President's Beef Order and Support American Cattle Producers
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Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Protecting American Beef Producers Act, a bill to support American cattle producers by reversing President Trump's proclamation that allowed for 300,000 metric tons of beef to be imported into the country and sold below market rate.
"Al more
ICYMI: Miller Participates in Hearing to Secure U.S. Supply Chains for Critical Resources in Central Asia and Africa
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Miller Participates in Hearing to Secure U.S. Supply Chains for Critical Resources in Central Asia and Africa
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) joined her colleagues on the Ways and Means Committee for a hearing to secure domestic supply chains for critical resources with our partners in Central Asia and Africa.
A video and transcript of Congresswoman Miller more
In Bellingham, Senator Murray Hears How Trump's Trade War with Canada and War in Iran Are Driving Up Costs for the Maritime Industry; Murray Pushes Bill to End Trade War with Canada, Continues to Press for Votes to End War with Iran
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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In Bellingham, Senator Murray Hears How Trump's Trade War with Canada and War in Iran Are Driving Up Costs for the Maritime Industry; Murray Pushes Bill to End Trade War with Canada, Continues to Press for Votes to End War with Iran
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Murray: "More fish-fewer tariffs and fewer wars."
ICYMI: Murray Introduces Bill to End Trump's Trade War with Canada & Lower Costs, Slams Trump's Latest Tariffs as more
Sanchez opening statement at hearing on critical resources, supply chains
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Sanchez opening statement at hearing on critical resources, supply chains
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WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda T. Sanchez (D-Calif.) delivered opening remarks at the full committee hearing on "Strategic Partnerships to Secure Critical Resources and Supply Chains."
Video of her opening statement is available HERE and the text follows:
"Thank you, Chairman Smi more
Trump Has Irresponsibly Driven Up Gas Prices by 40% & Americans Just Experienced the Priciest August at the Pump Ever
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Trump Has Irresponsibly Driven Up Gas Prices by 40% & Americans Just Experienced the Priciest August at the Pump Ever
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PROVIDENCE, RI - As President Trump's irresponsible war with Iran crosses the half-year mark with escalating conflict and no end in sight, and still with no coherent strategy or endgame from the Trump Administration, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) says President Trump's refusal to more
13News Now Ad Fact Check Verifies Jen Kiggans "Couldn't Be a Stauncher Supporter" of Cost-Spiking Iran War
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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13News Now Ad Fact Check Verifies Jen Kiggans "Couldn't Be a Stauncher Supporter" of Cost-Spiking Iran War
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The fact check also notes that the VA and veterans organizations have spoken out against Kiggans' steep cuts to health care
A new ad fact check from 13News Now verifies that vulnerable Congresswoman Jen Kiggans has said she "couldn't be a stauncher supporter" of the war in more
Oral Testimony of Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, Executive Director: If We Want Parents to Work, We Have to Make it Possible for Parents to Work
BELLEVUE, Washington, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- MomsRising, an online and on-the-ground organization of more than one million mothers and their families, posted the following news release:
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Oral Testimony of Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, Executive Director: If We Want Parents to Work, We Have to Make it Possible for Parents to Work
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Delivered to the Work & Welfare Subcommittee of the House Ways & Means Committee, Hearing on Welfare Reform at 30: Restoring the Promise of Work and P more
SHOCKING REPORT: Republicans Are Worried About Jon Husted's Failing Senate Campaign
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 1 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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SHOCKING REPORT: Republicans Are Worried About Jon Husted's Failing Senate Campaign
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NBC News: Republican concerns mount as Sen. Jon Husted navigates a tricky race in Ohio
COLUMBUS, OHIO -Shocking new reporting from NBC News shows that Republicans are deeply concerned about Jon Husted's failing Senate campaign. Republicans say Husted's campaign is "getting thrashed" and that Husted's "negatives are spikin more
