WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Community Legal Services of Philadelphia has submitted a strong comment to the U.S. Department of Education, urging the federal agency to maintain critical federal student loan repayment and discharge options including Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Income-Driven Repayment programs. The letter sent by the legal aid organization on behalf of its low-income clients, emphasizes the programs' vital role in preventing financial hardship and offering a path to security for  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), which represents the safety interests of over 79,000 professional airline pilots across 42 airlines in the U.S. and Canada, has formally reviewed a recent airworthiness directive (AD) proposed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pertaining to certain Airbus SAS Model A330 airplanes. The FAA's proposed AD addresses a critical concern related to the loss of data synchronization between radio management panels (RMPs) and the a more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- EQ Resources Ltd., Queensland, Australia, has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security concerning its probe into processed critical mineral imports. The Australian producer, focused on tungsten, highlighted its vital role in national security applications. The U.S. has relied on imports for tungsten since 2015, primarily from China, controlling 83% of global supply. This presents strategic risks, the miner stated. EQ Resources  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 17 (TNSpcl) -- A public comment letter (Docket ID AHRQ-2025-0001) to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is calling for regulatory changes to enhance access to homeopathic medicines. The letter, sent by Paola Brown, president of Americans for Homeopathy Choice Action, argues that such changes are necessary to align with President Trump's executive order aimed at promoting expanded treatment options. "The FDA has taken increasingly arbitrary and capricious enforceme more ST

WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Better Markets Inc. has submitted a comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, urging the agency to reconsider its proposal to rescind the policy entitled "Registry of Nonbank Covered Persons Subject to Certain Agency and Court Orders." The organization argues that such a move would limit regulatory insight and could impose significant costs on consumers. Brady Williams, legal counsel for Better Markets, emphasized the importance of the Registry, stating, more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding a national security investigation into imports of pharmaceuticals and their ingredients. The letter, signed by Kendalle Burlin O'Connell, CEO and president of MassBio, expresses apprehension that potential tariffs could jeopardize the competitiveness of American biotechnology companies and disrupt the delivery of life-saving therapies to patients. MassBio, represent more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Government of Canada has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security regarding its Section 232 investigation into processed critical minerals and derivative products. Canada's submission aims to demonstrate that Canadian imports of these materials do not threaten U.S. national security; rather, they bolster it within the context of their open bilateral trading relationship. Canada shares the U.S.' concerns about global supply  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A manager from Children's Hospital Los Angeles has submitted a public comment to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), expressing serious concerns over a proposed rule that could limit state funding flexibility for Medicaid programs. The letter, addressed to Dr. Mehmet Oz, urges CMS to reconsider the implications of the rule titled "Medicaid Program; Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole". The manag more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Karen Niemeier, an administrator at a pediatric hospital, has submitted a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong opposition to the proposed rule aimed at closing a healthcare-related tax loophole within the Medicaid program. Niemeier's concerns center on how this rule could threaten the financial stability of providers that serve vulnerable populations, particularly children. In her letter, Niemeier writes, "This rule would signific more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Nicole Sofer, a Community Health Worker Supervisor, expressed her concerns regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) proposed rule titled "Medicaid Program; Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole." In her letter, she emphasized the potential negative effects on Medicaid funding for medically complex children who rely on these vital services. She said, "Many of the children I serve would not rec more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A pediatric registered nurse has raised serious concerns regarding a proposed rule from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that could adversely affect vulnerable populations relying on Medicaid funding. In a public comment letter to Dr. Mehmet Oz, the CMS Administrator, nurse Karin Guinto highlighted the potential negative impacts of the proposed regulation titled "Medicaid Program; Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Car more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The End Drug Shortages Alliance is calling for a strategic exemption from tariffs on pharmaceuticals and their ingredients, warning that such measures could worsen existing drug shortages and compromise patient access to critical therapies. In a letter addressed to the U.S. Department of Commerce, the alliance emphasized the delicate balance between national security concerns and the availability and affordability of essential medications. April Giles, executive director  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions and ExxonMobil Product Solutions, Spring, Texas, have submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security, emphasizing the urgent need to bolster domestic supply chains for critical minerals. The energy firms voiced strong support for cultivating secure, viable mineral supply chains within the nation, with a particular focus on lithium and synthetic graphite essential for battery production. The petroleum p more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A letter addressed to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) highlights urgent concerns regarding the proposed Airworthiness Directive (AD) for Boeing's 737-600 variant. As technologist John Doe outlines, the scope of the proposed AD needs to broaden to include the wider 737 Next Generation family, which encompasses several other variants at risk of fatigue cracking. "The Administration should expand the scope of the proposed AD to include the larger collection of 737  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Industrial Fasteners Institute has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security regarding its Section 232 national security investigation into imports of processed critical minerals and derivative products. The organization expressed its concerns about potential restrictions on specialty metals, which are vital inputs for fastener manufacturing. Industrial Fasteners Institute stated that many processed critical minerals, includ more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Healthcare Supply Chain Association has urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to carefully consider the potential negative consequences of imposing tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical ingredients. In a letter sent by Angie Boliver, president and CEO of the HSCA, the organization expressed concerns that such tariffs could disrupt the supply chain, strain healthcare provider resources and ultimately limit patient access to care. "As the premier stewar more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The manufacturer of add-on child restraints, IMMI, has expressed unwavering support for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding Child Restraint Systems (CRS). This NPRM, associated with Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0046; RIN 2127-AM62, proposes four pivotal changes to current regulations for school bus child restraints. "This NPRM is a NHTSA agreement with our Petition for Rulemaking submitted on January 19, 202 more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities urged the U.S. Department of Education to maintain the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. The organization supports its role in allowing individuals to pursue service-oriented careers including within Catholic Jesuit works. In a letter signed by Michael Garanzini, president of AJCU, the association noted PSLF enables students to choose high-impact jobs with potentially lower pay. Beneficiaries make 120 on-time mont more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Korea Pharmaceutical and Bio-Pharma Manufacturers Association has urged the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security to carefully consider the potential impact of tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation for stable drug supplies. The plea comes in response to a Section 232 National Security Investigation into pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical ingredients. Yunhong Noh, president of KPBMA, authored th more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has voiced strong opposition to a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service that would rescind the regulatory definition of "harm" within the Endangered Species Act regulations. In a letter signed by Tyler Bosworth, secretary of the LDWF, the department emphasizes that removing this definition would contradict the fundamental purposes of the ESA. "The purposes of this Act are to provid more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) has submitted a public comment addressing the proposed rulemaking by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. MALDEF's request calls for the rescission of the May 16, 2025, notice about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) regarding changes to civil rights data collection methods. Ellen E. Findley, legislative staff attorney for MALDEF, stated, "Founded in 1 more ST

WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The Mortgage Bankers Association voiced strong support for extending the current protections for borrowers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in a public comment letter (Docket No. CFPB-2025-0014) addressed to Russell Vought, Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The MBA highlighted the importance of provisions under the COVID-Related Amendments to the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, which have provided crucial flexibility in borrowing options. more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security regarding its Section 232 national security investigation into imports of processed critical minerals and their derivative products. Sen. Cortez Masto emphasized that actions from this investigation could profoundly impact Nevada, urging the agency to proceed cautiously to avoid harming her constituents and businesses. In her comments, Sen. Cort more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A letter addressed to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) urges the agency to retain the amended standards for dehumidifiers, asserting that these guidelines are crucial for consumer protection and economic stability. Daniel Simpson, a project engineer at Advanced Energy, emphasized the need for the standards in his correspondence. "These rules should not be rescinded," Simpson stated. He elaborated on the substantial investments already made in developing a balanced stan more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity is urging the U.S. Department of Commerce to exempt pharmaceuticals and their ingredients from any tariffs on imports, warning that such measures would severely disrupt the nation's drug supply chain, escalate costs and jeopardize patient access to essential medicines. The appeal comes in a letter submitted by Kent Kaiser, executive director of the Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity. The organization's comments, part of the BIS-2025- more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A coalition of healthcare leaders has sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), urging them to prioritize performance-driven models over regulatory frameworks that may hinder current innovations in digital health. In the letter, the coalition contends that existing regulatory standards like TEFCA, FHIR, and HL7 are outdated, asserting, "Any attempt by CMS or ONC  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Rune Labs has expressed its strong support for initiatives by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) aimed at improving health outcomes related to Parkinson's disease. In a letter submitted to the agencies, the company outlined critical recommendations to enhance digital capabilities and ensure better access to health data. "Parkinson's disease affects an estimated 1.2 million A more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- SAS Institute Inc. (SAS) has submitted detailed comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the evolving landscape of health technology. This feedback underscores SAS's ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare IT across the nation, leveraging the company's extensive experience in data analytics and artificial intelligence. Mike Davis, senior strategic account executive at SAS, expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to contribute. "SAS ap more ST

WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy submitted public comments to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau expressing support for the rescission of the Registry of Nonbank Covered Persons Rule (NBR Rule). This proposed action, published on May 14, 2025, aims to alleviate regulatory burdens on small entities, addressing concerns regarding the original rule's economic impact. "Advocacy supports this proposed rescission of the NBR Rule and commends the CFPB f more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Sea Turtle Conservancy, the world's oldest sea turtle conservation organization, is advocating for the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service to uphold the current definition of "harm" under the Endangered Species Act, which includes habitat modification or destruction. In a letter signed by Stacey Gallagher, development and policy coordinator and David Godfrey, executive director, the Florida-based STC emphasizes the critical role of habitat protec more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, has sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing deep concern that imposing broad tariffs on pharmaceuticals will drastically increase healthcare costs for Americans. The senator warns these measures could particularly affect prescription drug affordability. Sen. Lujan stressed the importance of bolstering domestic manufacturing and strengthening supply chains. However, he argued that "broad and sweeping tariffs are too blu more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The 60 Plus Association has voiced strong opposition to the administration's proposed pharmaceutical tariffs. In a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security, they warned these measures on allies would harm older Americans' health and finances. The letter was authored by James Martin, founder and chairman and Saul Anuzis, president of the 60 Plus Association. They expressed concern that tariffs would cause higher costs and drug shortages for more ST

WASHINGTON, June 16 -- A coalition of healthcare leaders has submitted a letter urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) to resist regulatory measures that could hinder innovation in healthcare technology. They argue that point-to-point models, such as HL7, are outdated and unscalable, while modern shared networks, designed for flexible collaboration, emerge from a market-driven environment. The  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 17 (TNSpcl) -- Vantive Healthcare LLC, Deerfield, Illinois, has sent a public comment letter (Docket CMS-2025-0028-0013) to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding potential revisions to the Medicare hospital inpatient prospective payment system for fiscal year 2026. The company has emphasized the need to adjust the eligibility requirements for the new technology add-on payment pathway to include technologies authorized by the FDA under the Breakthrough Device Pro more ST