WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) advocating for the renewal of Texas' environmental responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Assignment Program. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) made the request as part of its Second Renewed Memorandum of Understanding, published on June 20, 2025. In the letter signed by Jim  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- ABC Bus Companies, Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce opposing the inclusion of specific vehicle parts under Section 232 tariffs on steel imports. The request specifically targets parts classified under HTS 8415.90.8045, which are critical for air conditioning machines and crucial to the company's operations. In the letter, Jay Oakman, the Chief Operating Officer highlighted that these components are sourced from stable European suppl more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU) has submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) proposal to rescind Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing (AFHM) Regulations, as stated in a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking published in the Federal Register on June 3, 2025. The ACLU argues that withdrawing these regulations would create confusion and harm opportunities for numerous individuals seeking housing. In the more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LAFC Sports LLC, Los Angeles, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice regarding anticompetitive practices in live ticketing. The letter emphasizes the detrimental effects of deceptive ticketing methods on fans, operations, and overall trust in the live event experience. Larry Freedman, Co-President of LAFC and BMO Stadium, highlighted several alarming practices impacting consumers. "We rely on Ticketmast more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- A public comment letter submitted by Nikki Hutchinson, Assistant General Manager of the Inland Empire Market, highlights the pressing issues surrounding ticket resale fraud affecting venues in the Inland Empire. The letter outlines the confusion and frustration experienced by fans who purchase tickets from unauthorized third-party websites, often leading to invalid tickets and long delays at the box office. Hutchinson emphasizes the detrimental impact of deceptive resale p more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- In a public comment letter, Dr. Peter Voorhees, Professor of Medicine at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, urged the Oncologic Drug Advisory Committee to support the approval of belantamab mafodotin in combination with other drugs for treating relapsed multiple myeloma. He emphasized the combination's promising benefit-risk profile and potential to enhance patient outcomes. Dr. Voorhees noted significant improvements in treatment efficacy with belantamab-based tri more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The American Exploration & Mining Association, Spokane Valley, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) to take decisive action in reforming existing regulations that hinder the mining industry's ability to contribute to the nation's economy and security. The letter responds to DOI's request for information aimed at identifying regulations that can be modified or eliminated. Mark Compton, Executive Director of AEMA, more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce opposing requests for the inclusion of specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes related to HVACR and water heating equipment in the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs. The Institute's letter highlights the potential negative impact on American manufacturers and consumers. Stephen Yurek, President and CEO of AHRI, expressed co more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to reject requests for the inclusion of certain Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes related to HVACR and water heating equipment in the ongoing Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs process. In its letter, AHRI emphasizes that the inclusion of these codes would lead to increased costs for essential appliances, ne more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- A recent public comment letter submitted by Governor Mike Dunleavy of Alaska in partnership with the Department of Fish and Game, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Department of Environmental Conservation outlines a comprehensive review of existing federal regulations that, according to the state, hinder responsible resource development, including fishing and wildlife management. The letter emphasizes the need to modify or rescind regulations that are seen as ove more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, providing feedback on the Interim Final Rule concerning the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process. The letter, dated June 16, emphasizes the importance of an efficient and effective process for managing aluminum imports that may jeopardize U.S. national security. In the correspondence, Robert E. DeFrancesco, III, representing the AEC, commended  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Rosemont, Illinois, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing their support for deregulatory initiatives aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery. The association, representing over 9,000 OMS professionals, emphasized the importance of balancing deregulation with the need to protect patient care and safety. In the letter, AAOMS President J. David Morrison more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) regarding the proposed delay of product-specific enforcement provisions for central air conditioners (CACs) and heat pumps (HPs). The letter expresses strong opposition to the proposed one-year postponement, emphasizing the importance of implementing these provisions as scheduled. In January 2025, DOE finalized updates to the test procedures for CAC more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Ground Water Protection Council, OKlahoma City, Oklahoma, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing strong support for Arizona's application to gain primacy for its Underground Injection Control (UIC) Program. The council, representing state agencies administering UIC programs nationally, believes that Arizona is well-equipped to manage the program effectively. In the letter, Dan Yates, Executive Director of GWPC more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Arrive Health, Denver, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury, emphasizing the need for enhanced prescription drug price transparency. The letter expresses support for the federal government's ongoing efforts to ensure that patients and providers have access to timely and actionable information for informed healthcare choices. In the correspondence, Kyle Kiser, CEO of Arrive Health, note more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Atkore Inc., a manufacturer of electrical and mechanical infrastructure products, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce advocating for the inclusion of cold-formed steel products, classified under HTS 7216.91.00.10, as derivative steel articles under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. The company highlights that this change is essential to close loopholes that allow unfair competition from imported products. Courtney Young, Vice Pres more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the Prescription Drug Machine-Readable File Requirement outlined in the Transparency in Coverage Final Rule. In their correspondence, BIO emphasized the need for careful consideration concerning the implications of disclosing certain drug pricing information. BIO is the largest trade association representing biotechnology companies and relate more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Bloomapod Industries, a small business specializing in sturgeon aquaculture, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) urging for regulatory changes that would enhance domesticated sturgeon production while promoting conservation efforts. The letter was in response to DOI's Request for Information aimed at identifying existing regulations that could be modified or repealed. The organization emphasizes the critical role of aquacultur more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Campbell County (Gillette, Wyoming) Board of Commissioners has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), advocating for an extension of the comment period regarding the recent Regulatory Reform Request for Information (RFI). The letter, dated June 20, emphasizes the need for additional time to thoughtfully respond to potential changes in federal regulations that significantly impact local communities. Chairman Kelley McCreery artic more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Cintas Corporation has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), advocating for the ongoing eligibility of Kenya and Madagascar under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The organization emphasizes the essential role these nations play in its supply chain and urges the long-term reauthorization of the AGOA trade preference program. In the letter, John Vu, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Cintas, s more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA) submitted a public comment letter advocating for the expansion of Section 232 tariff coverage to include more derivative steel products manufactured by Nucor Corporation. The letter, addressed to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard W. Lutnick, highlights concerns about the increasing import of derivative steel goods that undermine the effectiveness of current tariffs and threaten U.S. industrial and national security. In the lette more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Columbia Housing Center Inc., Simpsonville, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to proposed changes that would rescind Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing (AFHM) regulations. This nonprofit organization, which focuses on fostering integrated neighborhoods in Columbia, Maryland, highlights that these rules are critical in promoting equitable access to housing within their region more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) expressing strong concerns about the interim final rule regarding the inclusion of additional aluminum and steel articles in the Section 232 tariff scope. The CTA, representing over 1,200 companies in the $537 billion U.S. consumer technology sector, warns that broad-based tariffs could destabilize both their industry and the economy at large. "Expanding more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Congress of South African Trade Unions, Cape Town, South Africa, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, advocating for the continuation and enhancement of South Africa's membership under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for the calendar year 2026. The letter, authored by Matthew Parks, Parliamentary Coordinator at COSATU, highlights the critical economic benefits AGOA provides to South Africa, the Southern Afri more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Cummins Inc., an American manufacturer based in Columbus, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce advocating against the inclusion of specific HS codes in the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum derivative products lists. The company warns that imposing these tariffs would severely impact its U.S. manufacturing costs and export capabilities. In the letter addressed to Secretary Howard W. Lutnick, Cummins outlined the potential detriment more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Cummins Inc., an American manufacturer based in Columbus, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard W. Lutnick, urging the reconsideration of new tariffs associated with the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum derivative product lists. The company believes that these tariffs would adversely affect its manufacturing capabilities and export potential. In the correspondence, Cummins emphasized its significant role in the U.S. manufacturing more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Cummins Inc., an American manufacturer based in Columbus, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce opposing proposed tariffs on certain steel and aluminum derivative products. The company warns that the inclusion of specific HS codes in these tariffs could significantly harm U.S. domestic manufacturing and exports. "Increasing tariffs on critical manufacturing inputs will raise our costs and limit our ability to compete internationa more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging the agency to rescind the requirement for rear impact guards on commercial vehicles to be permanently marked with certification labels. This letter responds to a recent notice from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding Docket Number FMCSA-2025-0107. CVSA, an organization comprised of safety officials and industry re more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, endorsing a proposed rule change by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The proposal seeks to remove the requirement for motor carriers and intermodal equipment providers to sign and return a roadside inspection report to the issuing state agency within 15 days of issuance. In the letter, CVSA emphasized that the current regulations more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing support for the agency's proposal to delay the enforcement of the Controls Verification Procedure (CVP) for central air conditioners and heat pumps until July 2026. The correspondence comes in response to DOE's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, which seeks to extend the compliance timeline to ensure adequate data and testing are completed. In more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Detroit Disability Power submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposal to eliminate the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing (AFHM) regulations. The organization emphasized that these regulations are vital enforcement tools that ensure disabled individuals can access available housing, especially as current conditions make finding suitable accommodations increasingly diffic more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Dwolla, Inc., a fintech firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury advocating for a significant overhaul of federal payment systems. The proposal emphasizes the urgent need to transition from traditional paper check mechanisms to a modern, API-first, multi-rail digital payments platform. In their submission, Dwolla highlights the inefficiencies and vulnerabilities associated with the current check-based system, stating, "The Federal  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Electrolux Consumer Products Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing strong support for the North American Die Casting Association's (NADCA) request to expand Section 232 tariffs on aluminum imports to include certain household appliances. The letter advocates for tariffs on aluminum content in products including refrigerators, washing machines, and dryers under specific tariff subheadings. In the more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Emerson Measurement Solutions, Shakopee, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), emphasizing the need for regulatory updates to better accommodate advanced Coriolis flow meter technology. The letter was in response to DOI's Request for Information regarding regulatory reform, which aims to modernize existing regulations. In the correspondence penned by Jon Stokes, Group President of Emerson, the organization commended  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urging the agency to hold additional public hearing sessions regarding its proposed repeal of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) for coal-fired power plants. In an effort to ensure community voices are heard, EDF argues that the current opportunity for public participation is insufficient. "Given the detrimental consequences of the proposal, more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Equality California, the largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization in the nation, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to the proposed rescission of the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing (AFHM) regulations. The letter, authored by Valerie Ploumpis, National Policy Director, underscores the grave impact such changes would have on housing equality and the LGBTQ+ community. In the letter,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Essential Minerals Association (EMA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), urging the agency to reconsider certain regulations that the organization believes hinder the capability of its members to efficiently secure domestic mineral supply chains. The letter outlines various existing rules that EMA argues impose excessive burdens on mineral extraction processes which are critical for manufacturing and national security. In more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Eurotranciatura USA, LLC (Euro) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, advocating for the inclusion of rotor and stator cores for industrial generators in the list of derivative products subject to Section 232 tariffs. The letter, sent on June 4, 2025, emphasizes the importance of protecting domestic manufacturing amidst rising foreign competition. Matteo Fassio, Chief Operating Officer of Euro, stated, "It's essential for national securi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- GE Appliances submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to exclude specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule subheadings from the Section 232 tariff action. The company argues that imposing tariffs on these component parts would severely impact U.S. manufacturing and both businesses and consumers dependent on these products. In the correspondence addressed to Eric Longnecker, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security, GE App more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- GE Appliances, Louisville, Kentucky, a manufacturer in the home appliance sector, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, advocating against the inclusion of specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) subheadings in the Section 232 action on steel derivatives. The organization emphasizes that imposing tariffs on these component parts would significantly harm U.S. manufacturing and consumers. In the letter penned by Earl F. Jones, Deputy Gener more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Gerdau Long Steel North America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, supporting the establishment of a Section 232 steel and aluminum tariff inclusions process. The organization commended the Administration's efforts to engage industry stakeholders and prioritize national security as well as fair competition. In the letter, Scott Meaney, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Gerdau, emphasized the company's commitment to American jobs, more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Governing for Impact (GFI) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expressing strong opposition to the proposed rule to rescind the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing (AFHM) regulations. The organization, dedicated to enhancing federal effectiveness for working Americans, criticized the procedural shortcomings of HUD's proposal. In the letter, cosigned by Mia Harris, Legal Policy Intern, GFI emphasized that the propos more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Gribbin Strategic LLC, Merion Station, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the United States Trade Representative advocating for the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for a minimum of ten years ahead of its expiration on September 30, 2025. The letter emphasizes the act's critical role in connecting U.S. small businesses to African manufacturing partners and promoting ethical sourcing practices. Edward Gribbin, CEO of more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Savannah, Georgia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) Docket No. FAA-2025-0757. The company provided insights into their challenges with the proposed regulation that mandates compliance with the latest revisions of the Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMMs). Brittnee Kikolski, representing Gulfstream's Continued Operational Safety, stated, "We believe t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, opposing the proposed inclusion of specific steel derivative articles under Section 232 tariffs. The affected HTS subheadings encompass various types of forklift trucks essential for servicing critical industries. Hyster-Yale argues that forklift trucks, as identified in HTS subheadings 8427.10.40, 8427.10.80, 8427.20.40, 8427.20.80, and 8427.90.0090, are highly sp more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The International Flight Services Association (IFSA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging a reevaluation of existing food labeling regulations applicable to airline provisions. The organization asserts that current requirements, overseen by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), impose unnecessarily costly burdens on the airline catering industry with no corresponding public health benefits. "Airline passen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Inclusive Communities Project, Inc. (ICP) submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) proposed rescission of the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plan (AFHMP) regulations. The organization argues that this decision will hinder equal housing opportunities for low-income families, particularly those utilizing Housing Choice Vouchers. In the letter, cosigned by Laura B. Beshara and Michael M. Daniel, Attorneys  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Institute of International Container Lessors (IICL) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), responding to the U.S. Chassis Manufacturers Coalition's request to designate container chassis trailers as derivative steel products. The IICL firmly urged BIS to decline this designation, arguing that imposing a 50% tariff on imported chassis would create an excessive burden on businesses critical to the supp more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative regarding the eligibility of Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa for benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The IIPA's comments emphasize the critical need for improved copyright protection and enforcement in these countries to support their creative economies. IIPA, representing U.S. copyright-based industries, ar more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Intrepid Potash Inc., Denver, Colorado, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Interior, calling for the repeal of specific regulations that restrict domestic potash production. The company's correspondence addresses the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) regulation 43 CFR Sec. 3503.37(c), which imposes a cap on the number of potassium lease acres that entities can hold in a single state. According to Intrepid, the current regulation serves as an un more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- iPayed eBank N.A. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury advocating for a strategic public-private partnership to expedite the goals of Executive Order 14247, which aims to modernize payment systems across the nation. Jerry Wagreich, CEO, emphasized the urgency of integrating innovative solutions that cater to the unbanked and underbanked populations in America. In the letter, iPayed proposes its patented digital payment and identity s more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Korea Automobile & Mobility Association, Seoul, Korea, has submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of Commerce to reject proposals for new tariffs on certain steel and aluminum products. KAMA's response rebuts a previous comment from Steel Dynamics and others advocating for the inclusion of products overlapping with specific HTS codes. In the letter, KAMA argues that imposing additional tariffs would create unnecessary administrative burdens and co more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Korea Bearing Industry Association (KBIA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging officials to exclude bearings from the anticipated expansion of steel derivative products subject to Section 232 tariffs. The association represents the Korean bearing manufacturing sector and expresses serious concerns over the potential economic implications of including their products in these tariffs. In the letter, the KBIA emphasizes that bea more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Korea Iron and Steel Association (KOSA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry Security (BIS), rebutting claims made by the Coalition for a Prosperous America regarding the inclusion of cold-formed steel products under Section 232 tariffs. KOSA argues that such measures would adversely affect the industry's legitimate needs and contradict the original intent of the tariffs. KOSA asserts that cold-formed angles, sha more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LG Electronics (LGE) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, strongly opposing Metallus, Inc.'s request to include certain aluminum and steel derivatives in the Section 232 tariffs. The company argues that broad application of these tariffs could harm American manufacturers and consumers alike. In the letter addressed to Ms. Katelyn Christ, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Security, LGE highlighted its significant contributions to more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LG Electronics (LGE) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, expressing concerns about the potential inclusion of specific aluminum and steel derivatives in Section 232 tariffs. Dae Sik Yoon, Senior Vice President and Government Relations Division Leader, articulated that broad applications of these tariffs could harm American manufacturers and consumers. In the correspondence, LGE emphasized its significant investments in U.S. manufacturing,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LG Electronics (LGE) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, expressing concerns over the potential inclusion of additional products under Section 232 tariff actions related to steel and aluminum. The letter was in response to a request by the North American Die Casting Association, which sought to expand the scope of these tariffs. In the letter, Dae Sik Yoon, Senior Vice President and Government Relations Division Leader at LGE, emphasized t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LG Electronics (LGE) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging caution regarding the North American Die Casting Association's request to include certain aluminum and steel derivatives under Section 232 tariff actions. The letter emphasizes the potential negative impacts such inclusions could have on U.S. manufacturers and consumers. The correspondence, penned by Dae Sik Yoon, Senior Vice President of LGE's Government Relations Divisio more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- A public comment letter by Liberty Energy submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce has sparked concern over the potential economic repercussions of Ellwood Group's petition to include fluid end forgings under Section 232 tariffs. The letter argues that such measures would adversely affect U.S. businesses, consumers, and the overall economy. The organization states, "The inclusion of fluid end forgings under Section 232 tariffs would create substantial challenges for U. more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LiuGong North America (LGNA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to reject requests to include heavy machinery under the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs. The President and CEO, Andrew Ryan, emphasized the importance of not penalizing American industries that rely on LGNA's equipment, which includes small family contracting businesses and agricultural operations. "We are proud to support efforts to protect America's more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LiuGong North America (LGNA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, requesting that heavy machinery and associated parts be excluded from the Section 232 steel tariffs. The organization expressed support for America's steel and aluminum industries but argues that imposing tariffs on their equipment will harm many American businesses that depend on it. "Supporting some domestic industries at the expense of others is antithetical to the Adminis more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LiuGong North America (LGNA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, advocating against the inclusion of heavy machinery in the Section 232 steel tariffs. The company expressed its commitment to supporting domestic steel and aluminum industries but warned that adding heavy machinery to the tariffs would adversely impact American businesses reliant on LGNA equipment. In the letter, Andrew Ryan, President, stated, "Supporting some domestic i more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Louisiana Music Partners (LMP) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) addressing concerns over anticompetitive practices in the live ticketing market. The organization aims to protect both artists and consumers from unscrupulous ticket reselling, which has been exacerbating the disparity between ticket prices and actual access for fans. In the letter, LMP emphasized the negative impact of reselle more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- LS Electric Co., Ltd. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security, urging the exclusion of high-voltage transformers from Section 232 tariffs imposed on certain steel and aluminum derivative products. The letter responds to a previous comment by the Aluminum Association advocating for the inclusion of such derivative products under these tariffs. According to Deaseok Chae, Executive Vice President of LS Electric, "Our Electric Equipmen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Zaheeda Rahemtulla, Trustee of a pediatric children's hospital, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), expressing grave concerns over the proposed rule titled "Medicaid Program; Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole." The letter highlights the critical importance of maintaining Medicaid funding mechanisms essential for vulnerable populations, particularly childr more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Method Financial has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury expressing strong support for President Biden's Executive Order 14247, which aims to modernize federal payments from traditional checks to electronic funds transfers. The company highlights the pressing need for inclusive solutions that can empower unbanked and underbanked households as the transition takes place. "Method urges the Department to recognize the value of personally i more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The National Endangered Species Act Reform Coalition (NESARC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, advocating for significant regulatory reforms under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The coalition, which includes diverse stakeholders such as agricultural interests, conservationists, and energy producers, highlights the need for balanced improvements that support both ecological protection and responsible resource management. Tyson more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the United States Trade Representative, urging the inclusion of its Senior Director of International Affairs, Shannon McMurtrey-Belson, in the upcoming public hearing regarding countries eligible for benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for the year 2026. In the correspondence dated June 30, NPPC highlighted the critical role of the U.S. pork industry i more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The Nebraska Corn Growers Association, Lincoln, alongside the Nebraska Corn Board, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, expressing strong support for Bayer U.S. Crop Science's petition regarding the Lepidopteran-Protected Maize MON 95379. This petition seeks a determination of nonregulated status, as outlined in Docket No. APHIS-2020-0113. The letter represents the interests of over 22,000 corn farmers in Nebraska and highlights the impo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- NHBR PWR (Neighbor Power) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) expressing serious concerns over the draft of the Voluntary Voting System Guidelines 2.1 and its connection to the Executive Order aimed at protecting the integrity of American elections. The letter outlines significant legal, procedural, and technical issues with the ongoing development process and cautions against potential impacts on election integrity. In th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to enhance transparency in the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusions Process. Citing the pivotal role that electrical manufacturers play in the U.S. economy and labor market, NEMA's letter emphasized the need for clear guidelines and increased public engagement. NEMA represents over 300 member companies in the electroin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- NetChoice has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), expressing deep concerns about monopolistic practices in the live entertainment market. The organization focuses on the dominance of Live Nation Entertainment (LNE) in both primary and secondary ticketing markets, emphasizing the detrimental impact on consumers and competition. "The live entertainment ticketing market is a glaring example of how m more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, Raleigh, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), urging caution regarding proposed deregulation efforts that could jeopardize the state's rich natural and cultural heritage. The letter highlights the significant economic benefits derived from protected sites, including national parks and wildlife refuges, which draw millions of visitors annually. In the correspondence,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) proposed delay of the product-specific enforcement provisions for central air conditioners (CACs) and heat pumps (HPs). In the letter, NEEA emphasizes the importance of the Controls Verification Procedure (CVP) as vital for ensuring product performance and consumer trust. NEEA, a nonprofit funded by 140 regional utilities, is committed to adv more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) expressing support for proposed rule changes that would expand hunting opportunities on 16 National Wildlife Refuges. The letter, penned by Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President for Government & Public Affairs, advocates for maintaining the option for hunters to use traditional lead ammunition while encouraging voluntary measures to improve w more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- ABC Bus Companies, Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the exclusion of certain vehicle parts from the proposed Section 232 tariffs on steel products. The components in question, classified under HTS 8708.99.68, are essential for the manufacturing of motorcoaches and transit buses, and ABC argues that these parts pose no national security risk. "Parts classified under HTS 8708.99.68 are standard commercial components used i more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Oregon Tool, Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the agency to dismiss an inclusion request for electrically powered hand saws filed by the North American Die Casting Association (NADCA) under the Section 232 steel and aluminum tariff inclusion process. Oregon Tool emphasizes that NADCA does not qualify to make such requests, as it does not represent producers of electric hand saw more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Polaris Inc., Medina, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing deep concerns over proposed inclusions of additional products under Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum. The letter, signed by Michelle Duehn, Senior Manager of Global Trade at Polaris, argues that these inclusions could jeopardize jobs and competitiveness within the American manufacturing sector. Polaris, a leading American manufacturer of powersports more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Salford Inc., Osceola, Iowa, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing urgent objections to proposed tariffs on certain steel and aluminum derivative products. The company argues that these tariffs could have detrimental impacts on the agricultural sector, which relies heavily on their specialized equipment manufacturing. In the letter, David Webster, president of Salford Inc., emphasized the importance of ensuring a healthy market more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- A public comment letter submitted to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has sparked significant discussions regarding the potential environmental implications of deep-sea mining off American Samoa. Dr. Andrew D. Thaler, a deep-sea ecologist and marine technologist at Blackbeard Biologic, expressed serious objections to the establishment of mining leases for seafloor massive sulfides and cobalt-rich crusts, advocating instead for a cautious approach to polymetallic more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Rail Security Alliance (RSA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to enhance transparency in the Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariff Inclusion process. In their correspondence, RSA identifies key procedural improvements to ensure stakeholders can effectively participate in forthcoming filing windows scheduled for September 2025 and January 2026. RSA's Executive Director Erik Olson empha more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The Republican Party of American Samoa submitted a public comment letter expressing strong support for the development of critical minerals within American Samoa's waters. The letter emphasizes the economic opportunities these minerals present, highlighting the potential to diversify the territory's economy and create jobs. Taulapapa William Sword, chairman, praised President Trump's Executive Order focused on ensuring a secure supply of critical minerals vital for America more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Safari Club International (SCI) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) expressing support for expanded hunting opportunities in the proposed 2025-2026 Station-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations. The organization emphasized the importance of prioritizing hunting and fishing as essential public uses on National Wildlife Refuge System lands. John McLaurin, President of SCI, stated, "While we applaud the proposed openings and  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- San Clemente, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) urging for revisions to the Nationwide Permit 54 (NWP 54) for Living Shorelines. The letter, authored by Leslea Meyerhoff, AICP, Coastal Administrator, highlights the necessity of implementing nature-based solutions to improve long-term coastal resiliency. Meyerhoff emphasized, "The existing NWP-54 is a solid tool for permitting living shoreline projects... However,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Manganese Metal Company, Mbombela, South Africa, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the United States Trade Representative, advocating for South Africa's continued eligibility for benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for 2026. The letter emphasizes the critical role of manganese metal in various U.S. industries, particularly in the production of steel, aluminum, and electric vehicle batteries. "Manganese Metal is a critical and s more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Sports Fans Coalition (SFC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) calling for urgent action against anticompetitive practices in the live ticketing industry. In the letter, SFC Executive Director Brian Hess emphasizes the need for reforms to protect fans from unfair treatment primarily caused by Live Nation-Ticketmaster's monopolistic behaviors. The letter applauds President Trump's Executive Or more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Stanley Black & Decker, New Britain, Connecticut, submitted a public comment letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard W. Lutnick, expressing concerns regarding the proposed inclusion of additional steel and aluminum derivative articles in the Section 232 tariff actions. The company warns that these tariffs could impose a significant financial burden on American tradespeople and farmers who rely on their products to support U.S. economic growth. In the letter, Greg Polk, VP o more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- In a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Commerce, STIHL Inc., Virginia Beach, Virginia, expressed strong opposition to a tariff inclusion request filed by Gerdau Long Steel North America. The request seeks to classify multiple engine parts and components as steel derivative articles under Section 232, a move STIHL argues is both overbroad and unfounded. Brian J. Murphy, representing STIHL, highlighted the company's significant manufacturing presence  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Sumitomo Drive Technologies, Chesapeake Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, voicing strong opposition to proposed changes to Section 232 tariffs, particularly relating to certain Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications. The company is concerned that the inclusion of HTS codes 8483.90.50, 8482.10.50, 8482.20.00, 8708.40.75, and 8483.10.50 would impose unnecessary tariffs on products not derived from steel or aluminum.  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The San Patricio County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urging the agency to approve Texas' application for Class VI well primacy. The letter emphasizes the importance of local control of permitting as Texas continues to be a leader in energy production and economic growth. According to Adam Gawarecki, President & CEO of the San Patricio County EDC, "Granting Texas Class VI prima more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Therma-Stor, a manufacturer of dehumidifiers, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to the proposed rescission of energy conservation standards for dehumidifiers. The letter responds to a recent proposal that could roll back efficiency standards for portable dehumidifiers to those set in 2012, reversing advancements made in energy efficiency. Founded in Madison, WI, Therma-Stor operates under multiple bran more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), along with the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA) and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA), submitted a public comment letter addressing concerns regarding the proposed expansion of steel and aluminum tariffs under the Section 232 ad valorem duties. The organizations represent hundreds of companies in the powersports industry and are requesting an exclusion for powersports vehicles and parts from addition more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA), Harborlight Homes, and Klein Hornig LLP have submitted a public comment letter urging the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to withdraw its proposed rule to rescind Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Regulations. The groups argue that eliminating these regulations would undermine HUD's responsibilities under the Fair Housing Act. "The AFHMP Regulations are essential to ensuring that individuals of more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Bank Policy Institute, The Clearing House Association, and the Consumer Bankers Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, addressing the need for modernization in government payment systems. The letter responds to the Treasury's executive order aimed at transforming payments to and from American bank accounts. The associations emphasize the increasing prevalence of check fraud, which constituted 32% of all fraud losses in 20 more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Timken Company, North Canton, Ohio, has put forth a public comment letter against Metallus' request for the inclusion of additional steel derivatives under Section 232 duties on steel. The letter was addressed to Howard W. Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce, citing concerns that the recommended items do not satisfy the criteria for classification as derivative steel articles. In the correspondence, Timken emphasizes that the requested products, which include bearings, shaf more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- TokenX has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Treasury, advocating for their DAVOS system as a next-generation payment infrastructure capable of modernizing how government disbursements are issued. The letter outlines how DAVOS, which stands for Digital Authorization and Verification Operating System, leverages Web3 technology to facilitate faster, secure, and programmable payments tailored to meet federal expectations. In the letter, TokenX emphasizes that DAVO more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- TTX Company submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce, urging the rejection of a Section 232 inclusion request by McConway & Torley, LLC (M&T) to classify freight rail couplers as derivative steel products. TTX asserts that the request is fundamentally flawed on multiple fronts. In the letter, TTX detailed three reasons for opposing M&T's request. "Freight rail couplers are not made from steel articles covered by the Section 232 action," stated S more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The U.S. Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, formally requesting permission for its president, Julia Hughes, to testify at the upcoming hearing on the 2026 AGOA Eligibility Review scheduled for July 18, 2025. This request highlights the importance of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for American apparel producers and retailers. In the letter addressed to Ambassador Jamieson  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Precision Components Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina, a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in mechanical parts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security opposing the interim final rule concerning the inclusion of additional derivative aluminum and steel articles under Section 232. The organization argues that the rule would yield negative consequences for U.S. industrial competitiveness and hinder domestic manufacturing. The company hi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- U.S. Steel Corporation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing support for Section 232 tariffs on specific steel derivative products. This correspondence aligns with inclusion requests from Eurotranciatura USA, LLC, Metallus Inc., and Nucor Corporation, advocating for the addition of crucial Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) subheadings related to electric motor components. Kaitlin M. Wojnar, Corporate Counsel for International Trade  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a 60-day extension of the comment period for a proposed rule regarding electrical equipment for coal seams above the water table. This proposed regulation was published in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025. The UMWA, represented by Administrator of Occupational Health and Safety Josh Roberts, emphasizes the importance of allowing more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), advocating for a 60-day extension on the comment period for a proposed rule concerning the use of permissible flame safety lamps in underground coal mines. The letter responds to a recent publication in the Federal Register regarding Docket Number MSHA-2025-0084. In the letter, UMWA emphasizes the importance of enhancing health and safety pro more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a 60-day extension for the comment period on proposed diesel particulate matter emission limits in underground coal mines. The original comment period of 30 days, initiated with the publication of the proposed rule on July 1, 2025, is deemed insufficient by the UMWA for meaningful analysis and feedback. In their letter, UMWA's Admin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Visa Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Treasury, supporting the agency's initiatives outlined in the Executive Order 14247, aimed at modernizing payments to and from American bank accounts. The organization expressed strong backing for goals like reducing fraud, minimizing costs associated with paper checks, and enhancing financial inclusion. "Digitizing payments is vital for modernizing the government's financial operations," stated Ky T more ST

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- We Fight Fraud (WFF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), cautioning against proposed resale price caps and bans in the live ticketing market. Dr. Nicola Harding, WFF's CEO, emphasized the potentially harmful consequences of such regulations on consumers and market integrity. In her correspondence, Dr. Harding highlights that evidence from the UK and Ireland shows that restrictions on ticket r more ST

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing strong support for the North American Die Casting Association's (NADCA) request to impose Section 232 tariffs on certain aluminum content in home appliances. The letter responds to a series of NADCA letters advocating for the inclusion of specific products deemed critical to national security and domestic manufacturing. Kyle De Jong, Senior Vi more ST