WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The SPAN Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) and Family Voices-New Jersey have submitted a strongly worded letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), expressing significant concerns over the proposed rule on "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability." In their detailed comments, the advocacy groups argue that the proposed changes, intended to strengthen the ACA marketplace, would instead "weaken provisions" and negative more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- A new interim final rule (IFR) issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requiring certain noncitizens to register with the government and submit to biometrics is facing strong opposition from legal advocates who argue it will severely harm low-income immigrants and survivors of abuse and trafficking. In a letter submitted electronically today to USCIS, the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI), a statewide nonprofit poverty law and policy center, calle more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Incite.ag, a farmer-founded carbon intensity (CI) scoring company, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding Notice 2025-10, which outlines the proposed implementation of the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a detailed letter dated April 10, 2025, the company urged the federal agency to finalize guidance quickly and adopt flexible rules to ensure the credit effectively spurs innovation and growth within the American agriculture and bi more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Global aerospace giant Airbus has raised significant concerns about a proposed U.S. Department of Commerce rule that would expand export controls on items sent to foreign police and other civil security organizations, warning it could harm U.S. commercial interests, create safety risks, and place undue burdens on industry. In comments submitted April 10 to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) regarding proposed amendments to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A proposed copper mining project in Arizona is facing significant uncertainty due to delays in federal regulatory processes, according to a letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce by Florence Copper LLC. The company, a subsidiary of Taseko Mines Limited, outlined its concerns regarding two administrative proceedings that are impacting its plans for a commercial-scale in situ copper mining facility in Florence. In a letter dated March 29, 2025, addressed to Steph more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Eco-Energy, a leading renewable energy supply chain company, has urged the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide clearer guidance on the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Eco-Energy CEO Craig Willis expressed concern about potential marketplace confusion. The company's letter focuses on the definition of a "qualifying sale" under the credit. According to Willis, the Treasury's Noti more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Flagship Pioneering, a prominent bioplatform innovation company, has submitted comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its draft guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in regulatory decision-making for drugs and biological products. In a letter dated April 7, 2025, the company emphasized the "paramount importance of patient safety" while also stressing the "compelling need to foster AI innovation" in the drug development process. The d more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- California Bioenergy LLC (CalBio), a leading developer of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, has requested the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to issue clearer guidance on the recently enacted Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a detailed letter submitted to the federal agency, CalBio outlined several key areas where ambiguities in current notices could hinder the growth of the domestic RNG industry and potentially contradict the Biden administration's "Unleashin more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- California Bioenergy LLC (CalBio), a leading developer and operator of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, has requested the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide crucial clarifications regarding the implementation of the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a detailed letter submitted to the agency, CalBio outlined several key areas where clearer guidance is needed to ensure the effective adoption of this significant clean energy incentive. The company, which more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Canadian government has responded to a U.S. Department of Commerce investigation into copper imports, arguing unequivocally that Canadian copper does not pose a threat to U.S. national security. In a strongly worded submission dated April 1, 2025, Canada asserted that restricting copper trade between the two nations would be detrimental, emphasizing the deeply integrated nature of their industries and Canada's role as a stable and reliable supplier. The U.S. Department  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Canadian government has expressed significant concerns to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the implementation of the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, warning of potential disruptions to the deeply integrated North American biofuel market. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, addressed to Camille Edwards Bennehoff of the IRS Office of Associate Chief Counsel, Canada outlined its worries about the technical aspects of the interim rule and its potenti more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Canola Association (USCA) has strongly criticized the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) initial guidance on the new Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, arguing that flawed assumptions in the required emissions model effectively shut out canola-based biofuels, causing immediate harm to the industry. In comments filed April 10 regarding IRS Notices 2025-10 and 2025-11, the USCA, representing U.S. canola growers and processors, stated that while canola-derived bi more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Cervivor, Inc., a leading cervical cancer patient advocacy group, has called on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to update its HPV vaccination recommendations. In a letter dated March 31, 2025, Cervivor expressed strong support for the re-established HPV Vaccines Work Group and urged the committee to prioritize recommending routine HPV vaccination starting at age 9. Founder Tamika Felder stated, "We urge the ACIP to update its recommendation for routin more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The government of the People's Republic of China (GOC) has issued a strong condemnation of the United States' recently launched Section 232 national security investigation into copper imports, urging Washington to terminate the probe immediately. In a submission to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the GOC argued that the investigation is baseless, protectionist, and a violation of World Trade Organization (WTO) rules. The U.S. investigation more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Clean Energy, a leading distributor and investor in Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), has called on the U.S. Department of Treasury to reconsider draft rules for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, arguing that the current proposal unfairly penalizes certain organic waste streams and contradicts congressional intent. In a strongly worded letter submitted to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Clean Energy President and CEO Andrew J. Littlefair expressed deep concerns ov more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Calgren, a major producer of renewable ethanol and dairy-based renewable natural gas (RNG), has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, requesting clarifications and revisions to the proposed guidance on the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, addressed to Secretary Scott Bessent, Calgren CEO Travis Lane emphasized the potential of the credit to drive innovation but highlighted several areas of concern regarding its  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- CleanConnect.ai, a clean fuels company, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department, advocating for the inclusion of their blended feedstock methodology and Non-Fungible Token (NFT)-based attribute tracking within the guidelines for the Section 45Z Clean Fuels Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the company emphasized the importance of these considerations for the effective implementation of the Inflation Reductio more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Facial recognition technology provider Clearview AI has submitted a public comment to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) regarding proposed rules that would tighten export controls on facial recognition systems and related software. In its letter dated October 15, 2024, the company expressed support for the broader policy objectives of preventing human rights abuses but urged the agency to clarify the scope of the regulations to avoid uni more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Gunnison Copper, a U.S.-based copper developer and producer, has submitted a letter to a federal agency, raising concerns about the nation's reliance on imported copper and advocating for measures to boost domestic production. The company's letter, submitted in response to a Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Copper, highlights the potential risks to national security and outlines several recommendations. Gunnison Copper, located in the Cochise Mining more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Sidehill Copper Works, an electrical conductor manufacturer, has warned of a growing reliance on imported copper due to US plant closures and capacity issues. In a letter to the Treasury Secretary, President Andrew L. Fynan stated, "Our mill product supply chain has evolved...to almost 90% last year." Fynan cautioned that instability in supply and rising prices, exacerbated by tariff threats, have increased costs and hindered competitiveness. He urged the government to "uti more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- A coalition of international copper suppliers has called on the U.S. Department of Commerce to exempt semi-finished copper products from potential import restrictions, arguing that such measures would harm critical industries and national security. The plea comes as part of a Section 232 investigation into whether copper imports threaten U.S. national security, initiated by an executive order from President Trump on February 25, 2025. The Allied Copper Suppliers, comprising more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Christianson PLLP, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firm specializing in renewable fuel producers, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding Notice 2025-10, which concerns the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The firm, with over 35 years of experience in the industry, is advocating for clearer definitions and protections within the IRS guidance. In a letter to the IRS, Christianson PLLP, a trusted third-party validation and verification body more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Darling Ingredients, North America's largest supplier of waste fats and oils, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) urging the agency to broaden eligibility for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the company expressed concerns that current guidelines could penalize U.S. biofuel producers and give a strategic advantage to foreign competitors, particularly China. The letter, addressed to Secretary Bessent, fo more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Deere & Company is calling on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to incorporate agricultural technologies and farmers' contributions to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions into the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Acting IRS Commissioner Melanie Krause, Josh Garetson, Director of Renewable Fuels & Corporate Strategy at Deere & Company, emphasized the importance of these credits to U.S. farmers. The letter, d more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), a non-profit organization representing domestic manufacturers, agricultural producers, and labor groups, has called on the U.S. Department of Commerce to implement significant trade measures to bolster the domestic copper industry. In a comment submitted to the Bureau of Industry and Security, the CPA urged the imposition of tariffs on all imported semi-fabricated copper mill products and derivative articles, citing critical nati more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- DT Midstream, a prominent natural gas midstream company with expanding interests in low carbon fuel production, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding Notices 2025-10 and 2025-11. These notices pertain to the implementation of the Clean Fuel Production Credit under Internal Revenue Code Section 45Z, a key component of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the company outlined several concerns and recommendation more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- DTE Vantage, a subsidiary of DTE Energy, has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), requesting greater clarity in proposed regulations concerning the clean fuel production credit under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code. The company, which focuses on developing sustainable energy solutions, expressed both support and concerns regarding the notices of intent to propose these regulations. In its letter, DTE Vant more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The e-NG Coalition, a global platform advocating for electric natural gas (e-NG), has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, seeking clarification on the implementation of Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the Coalition emphasized the potential of e-NG to bolster U.S. energy security, stimulate economic growth, and contribute to a diversified energy mix. The Coalition's letter, dated April 10, 2025 more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- EcoEngineers, a leading auditing, verification, and consulting firm for renewable fuel and clean energy technologies, has called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to expedite the release of final guidance for the Sec. 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter submitted to the IRS, the company emphasized the critical need for clear directions to ensure market stability and continued growth in the clean fuel sector. According to EcoEngineers, the delay in implementing more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Electrochaea Corporation has requested the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to include its power-to-gas biomethanation process in the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit's greenhouse gas emissions model. In a letter submitted electronically, the company argued that the current omission of renewable synthetic methane and other e-fuels undermines the intent of the tax credit. According to Chris Wilson, Manager Global Sustainability, "This omission threatens the ability of e-fuel pr more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A leading association representing independent energy marketers has voiced significant concerns over the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) proposed regulations for the Clean Fuels Production Credit, established under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code as part of the Inflation Reduction Act. In a comment submitted to the IRS, the Energy Marketers of America (EMA) argues that the proposed guidance is unlikely to achieve its intended goal of reducing transportation costs f more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The Clean Air Task Force (CATF), a prominent nonprofit focused on climate solutions, has submitted detailed recommendations to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The comments, filed in response to Notices 2025-10 and 2025-11, emphasize the need for rigorous standards to ensure the tax credit effectively reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly in the transportation sec more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A coalition of environmental and taxpayer advocacy groups, operating under the name Green Scissors, has raised concerns about the implementation of the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, a new tax credit designed to incentivize the production of cleaner transportation fuels. In a letter to the Treasury Department and the IRS, the coalition urged the agencies to avoid repeating past policy mistakes. The coalition, which includes Friends of the Earth, R Street Institute, Taxpa more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A coalition of environmental and resource protection groups has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to recommend "inaction" in its investigation into the national security effects of copper imports. The investigation, initiated under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, is examining whether copper imports pose a threat to national security. In a letter dated April 1, 2025, addressed to Mr. Stephen Astle, Director of the Defense Indust more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Innovative research organization EpiVax, Inc. has voiced its strong support for the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) initiative to utilize Type V Drug Master Files (DMFs) for Model Master File (MMF) submissions in support of Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs). In a recent letter to the federal agency, EpiVax executives highlighted the potential benefits of this approach for both generic drug development and the broader regulatory landscape. The FDA recently opene more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The European Union (EU) has expressed its concerns to the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding its recently launched national security investigation into copper imports. In a letter dated April 1, 2025, the EU Delegation to the United States conveyed its apprehension that the probe appears to be driven by industrial policy rather than genuine security threats. The EU highlighted the long-standing national security partnership between the bloc and the U.S., stating they "re more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- In a detailed response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) draft guidance on Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Device Software Functions, ForHumanity, a nonprofit dedicated to mitigating risks in AI systems, has called for clearer benchmarks and practical implementation details to ensure patient safety and industry compliance. The 500-word letter, submitted by Executive Director Ryan Carrier and a team of ForHumanity fellows, praises the FDA's proactive approach b more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Eli Lilly and Company has called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to overhaul its draft guidance on developing drugs for obesity and overweight, citing advancements in scientific understanding and the escalating public health crisis. In a detailed letter submitted to the FDA's Division of Dockets Management, Lilly emphasized the need for updated regulatory frameworks to address the chronic disease of obesity, which affects over 40% of U.S. adults. Obesity is a grow more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Fidelis New Energy, LLC, a U.S. energy and decarbonization company, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) advocating for a broader scope in the proposed regulations for the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit under Section 45Z of the Internal Revenue Code. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, Fidelis expressed strong support for the tax credit, emphasizing its critical role in bolstering the U.S. agriculture and biofuels industries. The company specifically more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Divert, Inc., a company focused on preventing food waste and transforming it into renewable natural gas (RNG), has called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to quickly finalize regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter submitted electronically to Treasury Secretary Scott K.H. Bessent, Divert emphasized the critical role of these regulations in fostering the growth of the domestic biofuels industry and more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Freeport-McMoRan Inc., a leading U.S.-based international copper company, has formally submitted comments to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) regarding the Section 232 national security investigation into copper imports, emphasizing the critical role of domestic production and outlining key recommendations for federal support. In a letter addressed to Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security Eric Longnecker, the company, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona,  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- A coalition representing America's major fuel retailers, distributors, and trucking companies has sharply criticized the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) initial guidance on the new Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, warning that its flawed implementation is already disrupting biofuel markets, threatening jobs, and risks driving up diesel fuel prices for consumers. In joint comments filed April 10, the American Trucking Associations (ATA), NACS (convenience stores),  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Furniture for America, a coalition of U.S. furniture manufacturers and importers, has raised alarms over the Department of Commerce's Section 232 investigation into timber and lumber imports, warning that proposed tariffs could devastate the domestic furniture industry and burden middle-class consumers. In a detailed letter submitted to the Commerce Department, the group argues that such duties lack a legitimate national security basis and would harm small businesses and eve more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Generate Capital, PBC, a national investor in infrastructure, has submitted comments to the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service, urging revisions to the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. The company argues that the current regulations and models undervalue renewable natural gas (RNG) and hinder its potential as a clean fuel. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Generate Capital emphasized the economic benefits of RNG-producing bioga more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Renewable energy company Gevo, Inc. has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), urging the agencies to swiftly finalize regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, addressed to Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and Acting IRS Commissioner Melanie Krause, Gevo outlined several recommendations for refining the proposed rules to better support the growth of sustai more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A national coalition dedicated to improving care for seriously ill individuals has expressed significant concerns regarding a proposed federal rule impacting the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace. In a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC) outlined potential negative consequences for vulnerable populations. The proposed rule, titled the "2025 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule,"  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- In a public comment submitted to a federal agency regarding the Section 232 national security investigation into timber and lumber imports, Idaho Timber CEO Ted Ellis voiced strong concerns about potential tariffs on Canadian lumber. Highlighting the significant role of the value-added manufacturing sector in the U.S. economy, Ellis emphasized that this sector employs considerably more individuals than primary sawmills. Ellis stated directly in his letter, "US value added j more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Illinois Primary Health Care Association (IPHCA), representing 56 community health centers (CHCs) that care for 1.5 million patients annually, has voiced strong opposition to several provisions in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) proposed 2026 Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Rule. In an April 11 comment letter to CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz, IPHCA argued that rules intended to bolster program integrity could significantly harm access and affo more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) has strongly condemned a new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule reviving and expanding decades-old alien registration requirements, calling it legally flawed, fiscally irresponsible, and dangerously harmful to immigrant communities and U.S. citizens alike. In detailed comments filed April 11, NILC urged DHS and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to immediately rescind the Interim Final Rule (IFR) published in  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), a leading national network of nonprofit immigration programs, has voiced strong opposition to proposed changes to several key immigration forms, arguing that the changes are overly burdensome and would deter eligible individuals from applying for benefits. In a letter submitted to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), CLINIC expressed concerns that the proposed revisions, which seek additional i more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Indiana Tube Corporation, a U.S. steel tubing manufacturer, has urged the Department of Commerce to include derivative copper products in its ongoing national security investigation into copper imports. In a letter submitted to Secretary of Commerce Harold Lutnick, the company expressed concerns over the detrimental effects of low-priced foreign copper tubing on their business and critical U.S. supply chains. The Evansville-based company, which has been producing steel tubi more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Indonesian government has expressed its concerns to a United States federal agency regarding a Section 232 investigation into copper imports, warning that potential tariffs or quotas could harm the robust bilateral trade relationship between the two nations. In a publicly released letter, Indonesia emphasized the long-standing economic ties and mutual benefits derived from their trade and investment partnership with the U.S. The letter highlighted the significant two-wa more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Infinium Operations, LLC, a leading provider of innovative energy solutions, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), urging the agency to swiftly issue clear and comprehensive guidance on the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit (Section 45Z). The company's letter, submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal, emphasizes the critical importance of this tax credit to the burgeoning electrofuels (eFuels) industry. Infinium's letter highlights the company's p more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Iowa Biodiesel Board (IBB) has called on the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to swiftly finalize regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, emphasizing the urgent need for policy clarity to revitalize the state's struggling biodiesel sector. In comments submitted to the federal agencies, the IBB highlighted that "the implementation of this credit is urgently required" to support Iowa's agricultural economy and national energy more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) has called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to streamline and clarify the implementation of the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, a federal incentive aimed at boosting renewable fuel production. In a detailed letter dated April 10, 2025, IRFA Executive Director Monte Shaw emphasized the credit's potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and support American energy dominance, particularly in the Midwest. The 45Z tax more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Kentucky Primary Care Association (KPCA), representing the state's community health centers (CHCs) and other safety-net providers, has raised significant alarms about proposed federal rules for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplaces. In an April 11 letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), KPCA argued that several provisions in the "Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule" for 2026 could negatively impact affordability and access t more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Bowling Green Municipal Utilities (BGMU) has voiced significant concerns regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) draft Human Health Ambient Water Quality Criteria (HHAWQC) for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFAS), and perfluorobutane sulfonic acid (PFBS). In a strongly worded comment letter submitted to the agency, the municipally-owned utility expressed apprehension that the proposed standards are set at an "impossibly low t more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Steptoe LLP, a law firm, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of Treasury, advocating for clearer guidance on tax credit allocation for clean fuel and clean hydrogen projects. The firm argues that this clarification is crucial to encourage investment in these projects through tax equity partnerships. In its letter, Steptoe LLP addresses Notice 2025-10, which concerns proposed regulations for the clean fuel production tax credit und more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Community Legal Services (CLS) has submitted a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing significant concerns regarding proposed changes to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The legal aid organization, which provides free legal assistance to thousands of low-income Philadelphians, argues that the proposed rule changes will create unnecessary barriers to healthcare enrollment and negatively impact vulnerable populations. In the Apr more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Elevate Building Supply has voiced concerns about the potential impact of new trade restrictions on timber, lumber, and derivative wood product imports. In a letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security, General Manager Sawyer Reynolds warned that such measures could negatively affect housing affordability. The company imports Rubberwood components from Vietnam, citing its sustainability and affordability. "The high quality, durability, and affordability of Rubberwood allo more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Hinton Lumber Products, LLC, is urging the U.S. government to exclude Brazilian lumber from Section 232 tariffs. In a letter to the Department of Commerce, company President Larry Howell stated that access to Brazilian lumber is "essential to our business," with the company purchasing approximately $75,000,000 annually. Howell emphasized the unique properties of Brazilian lumber, stating that Brazilian yellow pine is "less strong and more elastic," making it ideal for palle more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The maritime industry is calling on the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to explicitly include maritime fuels in the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, established by the Inflation Reduction Act. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Acting IRS Commissioner Melanie Krause, the Ship Maritime Coalition (SMC), representing maritime stakeholders, emphasized the critical role of the maritime sector in global trade and the urgent more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Hood Industries, a Mississippi-based timber and lumber company, has requested the U.S. Department of Commerce to impose additional tariffs on imported softwood lumber, arguing that the influx of foreign products undermines domestic producers and threatens national security. In a letter submitted to the Bureau of Industry and Security, the company detailed the detrimental effects of what it describes as "subsidized or unfairly priced imports" flooding the U.S. market. Jay Ga more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Scott Petroleum, a family-owned energy company with 85 years of service in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Arkansas, has submitted formal comments to the U.S. Treasury, urging reforms to the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, Chief Operating Officer Ryan Brewer detailed the company's perspective as a small, independent biodiesel producer, emphasizing the need for equitable access to the credit for businesses of all sizes. The letter, add more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Co., a 113-year-old Montana-based lumber manufacturer, has requested the Department of Commerce to take strong action against what it describes as unfair trade practices in the imported timber and lumber market. In a letter addressed to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, the company voiced its support for an ongoing national security investigation into the matter. Paul R. McKenzie, General Manager - Vice President of Stoltze, stated directly in more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Fox Lumber Sales Inc., a Montana-based lumber producer, has issued a stark warning to the U.S. Department of Commerce, claiming that a loophole in current trade regulations is undermining domestic pallet production and posing a significant threat to national security. In a letter dated March 28, 2025, the company argues that the current imposition of duties on Canadian lumber, while exempting pre-built pallets, is creating an unfair advantage for Canadian pallet builders. Q more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Nebraska Ethanol Board (NEB) has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), requesting clearer and more practical regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the NEB outlined several key areas where the proposed rules could be improved to better support the ethanol industry and achieve the credit's intended goals. The NEB, an independent state agency dedicated to growing Nebraska's ethanol sector, emphas more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Chief Ethanol Fuels, a Nebraska-based ethanol producer with two plants capable of producing 120 million gallons annually, has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the company outlined its support for the credit while highlighting key areas needing clarification and flexibility in the upcoming regulations. Wayne Garrett, General Manager of Chief Ethanol Fuels, emphas more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Three softwood lumber companies from Newfoundland and Labrador are asserting that their lumber exports do not pose a threat to U.S. national security, in response to a U.S. Department of Commerce investigation. Sexton Lumber Co. Limited, Cattle's Island Lumber Company Limited, and Burton's Cove Logging and Lumber Limited, representing 100% of the softwood lumber exported from the Canadian province, submitted a joint letter on April 1, 2025, to the Commerce Department, arguin more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Southport Lumber Company, an Oregon-based U.S. lumber producer, has formally submitted comments to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the Department of Commerce, urging the agency to differentiate between timber and lumber in its ongoing national security investigation into imports. In a strongly worded letter, Southport argues against any measures that would restrict the importation of Canadian timber (raw logs), asserting that such actions would harm domestic lum more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The National Patient Advocate Foundation (NPAF) has submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about proposed changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). In a letter dated April 10, 2025, the NPAF detailed its support for some measures aimed at strengthening consumer protections, but voiced strong opposition to several other proposed rule changes. The NPAF, which advocates for policies that integrate diverse patient and care more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Pennsylvania Health Access Network (PHAN), a statewide consumer advocacy organization, has expressed "serious concerns" about a proposed federal rule that they believe undermines the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and threatens healthcare access for Pennsylvanians. In a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), PHAN detailed its opposition to several provisions of the rule. The letter, dated April 9, 2 more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Peruvian government has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce, vehemently arguing that its copper exports do not pose any threat to the national security of the United States. The statement comes in response to the U.S. agency's Section 232 investigation into the effects of copper imports on national security, initiated following a Federal Register notice published in March. Represented by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Peru emphasized its po more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Peru's National Society of Industries (SNI) has cautioned the U.S. Department of Commerce that imposing tariffs or quotas on copper imports from Peru would undermine U.S. national security, energy independence, and industrial competitiveness. In comments submitted March 31 regarding the ongoing Section 232 national security investigation into copper imports, the influential Peruvian industry group emphasized the critical role Peruvian copper plays in the U.S. supply chain an more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Rancho Mission Viejo (RMV), a historic ranch in Southern Orange County, has submitted a detailed letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) advocating for enhanced protections for the monarch butterfly, proposed as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The letter, penned by Laura Coley Eisenberg, Senior Vice President of Regulatory Compliance & Open Space Management, emphasizes the ranch's ongoing conservation efforts and calls for adjustments to t more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- The REMS Industry Consortium (RIC) has voiced its support for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) draft guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in drug and biological product regulation. In a letter submitted to the FDA, the RIC expressed its views on the agency's "Considerations for the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Support Regulatory Decision-Making for Drug and Biological Products." The RIC, an organization focused on risk management and patient more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Energy Developments, Inc. (EDL), a leading renewable energy solutions provider headquartered in East Lansing, has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), expressing both appreciation and concern regarding the recently issued guidance on the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, EDL emphasized the importance of the tax credit for the burgeoning renewable natural gas (RNG) industry whil more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- A report commissioned by environmental groups cautions against government intervention to curtail timber imports, arguing that such actions could harm the U.S. economy and potentially undermine national security. The report, submitted to Stephen Astle, director of the Defense Industrial Base Division in the Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security within the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce, was drafted by Ernie Niemi of Natural Reso more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The San Carlos Apache Tribe has formally submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce, raising significant national security concerns regarding the potential development of the Resolution Copper Mine in Arizona. In a letter dated April 1, 2025, addressed to Director Stephen Astle of the Bureau of Industry and Security, Tribal Chairman Terry Rambler detailed the tribe's opposition to the project, emphasizing the deep ties between the mining venture and the People's R more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The City of Santa Rosa Water Department has requested the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to withhold finalization of its Draft Sewage Sludge Risk Assessment for PFOA and PFOS, citing significant concerns over its methodology and conclusions. In a letter submitted to the agency on April 7, 2025, Jennifer Burke, Director of Santa Rosa Water, argued that the assessment "has created uncertainty and confusion across the nation, and threaten[s] to unnecessarily jeopa more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- South Jersey Industries (SJI), an energy infrastructure company, has submitted comments to the U.S. Treasury, advocating for clearer regulations and improved modeling to support Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production under the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, SJI Chief Operating Officer Kyle Nolan emphasized the role of RNG in achieving energy independence and supporting rural farming communities. "RNG production can more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- SkyNRG Americas, a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) developer, is calling on the Trump Administration to revise proposed guidance for the Clean Fuels Production Tax Credit (45Z), arguing that current rules place "unworkable restrictions" on SAF production. In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, SkyNRG President & CEO John Plaza emphasized the need for a "more balanced policy" to support domestic clean fuels production. SkyNRG is developing a U.S.-based production f more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- EarthOptics, a Minneapolis-based soil data measurement and mapping company, has called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to broaden access to the Clean Fuel Production Credit (Section 45Z) established by the Inflation Reduction Act. In a letter submitted to the agency, the company emphasized the pivotal role American agriculture can play in decarbonizing the U.S. economy and stressed the need for a more inclusive and data-driven approach to the tax credit. The letter, d more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The National Sorghum Producers (NSP), representing 50,000 U.S. sorghum farmers, has called on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to broaden its recognition of sorghum-based feedstocks and refine its emissions modeling for the new Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. In comments submitted April 10 regarding IRS Notices 2025-10 and 2025-11, NSP commended the agency for including grain sorghum in its initial emissions rate table but stressed the need for further action to  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The South Korean government has requested the United States to refrain from imposing import restrictions on copper, asserting that Korean copper products pose a negligible threat to U.S. national security and, in fact, positively contribute to the American economy. In a letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea outlined its concerns regarding the ongoing Section 232 national security investigation more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Southwire Company, North America's leading wire and cable producer, has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to focus on domestic regulatory reform and export restrictions rather than import tariffs in its national security investigation of copper. The company's letter warns that tariffs on copper cathode imports would be "counterproductive" and would inadvertently benefit foreign competitors, particularly China. In its communication to S more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Community Health Association of Spokane (CHAS Health), a major safety-net provider in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, has voiced significant concerns over proposed federal rules for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplaces, arguing they could inadvertently harm the low-income and vulnerable populations the health center serves. In a formal comment letter dated April 9, 2025, submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding its "Marketplace I more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- GT Commodities LLC, a Stamford-based company, has formally submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to exempt certain copper imports from any actions resulting from the ongoing national security investigation. The investigation, initiated by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), is examining copper imports in all forms. In its submission, GT Commodities, part of the Gerald Group, emphasizes its role in the American economy. "GT Commoditi more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- BioVeritas, a Texas-based manufacturer of fuels and biochemicals, has called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to finalize regulations for the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit with urgency. In a letter submitted electronically on April 10, 2024, to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the company emphasized the critical role of the credit in supporting the burgeoning biofuels industry and national energy security. The Section more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P. (HEP), a major clean fuel producer in Texas, has requested swift and comprehensive guidance from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of the Treasury regarding the implementation of the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit (Section 45Z). In a letter submitted via Regulations.gov on April 10, 2025, HEP CEO Don Gales emphasized the critical importance of this tax credit for the company's ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprin more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) has cautioned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that regulating or phasing out a crucial chemical used in all current motor vehicle tires without a viable substitute would pose severe risks to road safety, the U.S. economy, and national security. In comments submitted March 24 regarding the EPA's advance notice of proposed rulemaking on N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-Nʹ-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine (6PPD) and its derivative 6PPD- more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A coalition of leading American musical instrument manufacturers has issued a stark warning about the potential damage of tariffs on imported timber products. In a letter to the Department of Commerce, industry giants like Gibson, Fender, Taylor, and C.F. Martin detailed the critical reliance on specific "tonewoods" that do not grow domestically. The letter emphasizes the economic significance of the industry, stating that American musical instrument manufacturers contribut more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA), representing a significant majority of the U.S. copper industry, has submitted a detailed letter to the Department of Commerce urging swift action to address what it describes as critical threats to the nation's copper supply chain and, by extension, national security. The letter, addressed to Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security Eric Longnecker, outlines a series of policy recommendations, including tariffs, inve more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- A coalition of U.S. importers, represented by the Inter-Global Trade Law Group PLLC, has urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to reject proposed tariffs on timber, lumber, and derivative wood products like plywood and wooden cabinets. In a detailed public comment submitted on April 1, 2025, to the Bureau of Industry and Security, the importers argue that such tariffs under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 are unnecessary and could harm downstream industries wi more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- A coalition of human rights organizations has praised the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) for proposing new export control rules aimed at preventing the misuse of surveillance technologies that threaten human rights globally. The proposed regulations, detailed in a letter submitted by groups including Access Now, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch, target military, intelligence, and foreign-security end-users, as well as facial  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The Transformer Manufacturing Association of America (TMAA) has warned the U.S. Department of Commerce that imposing tariffs or quotas on copper imports under the ongoing Section 232 national security investigation could severely disrupt the domestic production of electrical transformers, ultimately harming U.S. energy infrastructure and national security. In comments filed April 1, the TMAA, representing the bulk of U.S. small, medium, and large transformer producers, expr more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- Cyclic Materials, Inc., a US-based company, has called on the Department of Commerce to establish export controls on copper scrap, citing concerns over national security, economic competitiveness, and critical mineral supply chains. In a letter dated March 31, 2025, to Secretary Lutnick, the company's Director of Government Affairs, Alex Tanner, argued that the current export of copper scrap to nations with lower labor standards undermines domestic recyclers and benefits geo more ST

WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Despite increased tariffs, the United States remains significantly reliant on timber imports from Russia, posing a threat to the domestic industry and national security, according to a recent submission by the environmental non-profit Earthsight to a federal agency investigation. The organization urged a complete ban on Russian wood products, echoing calls from US industry groups and unions. Earthsight's submission to the Section 232 National Security Investigation of Impor more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The proposed Wolf Creek Reservoir project in Rio Blanco County, Colorado, has encountered a significant regulatory obstacle, requiring a federal permit under the Clean Water Act, according to a January 5, 2024, letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The letter, addressed to Alden Vanden Brink of the Rio Blanco Water Conservancy District, details the need for a Department of the Army permit due to the project's impact on protected waters. The 252.7-acre project site,  more ST

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- The International Wood Products Association (IWPA), representing nearly 200 companies involved in the North American imported wood products industry, has urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to exercise caution in its Section 232 national security investigation into timber and lumber imports. In comments filed April 1, the association argued that broad tariffs on wood products could harm U.S. manufacturers and consumers without significantly benefiting national security, la more ST