WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), representing approximately 190,000 physician assistants (PAs) across the United States, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressing a recent Request for Information focused on deregulation. The organization called for the reevaluation of various regulations that they argue restrict the scope of practice for PAs, creating inefficiencies that ultimately hinder patients' acc more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- AbbVie Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding concerns about the current state of the 340B Drug Pricing Program and its regulatory framework. AbbVie's letter seeks to revamp regulations that have allowed for extensive abuses of the program, which was designed to provide discounted medications to hospitals and clinics serving vulnerable patients. In its comments, AbbVie emphasizes that the guidance supportin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- AbbVie Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressing critical issues surrounding the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The company is advocating for significant changes to the guidance provided by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), citing concerns over program abuse and misalignment with its original intent. In its letter, AbbVie highlights that the 340B Program, which was designed to provide discounted d more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Acelero Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for targeted changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards. Responding to the agency's Request for Information on "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation To Make America Healthy Again," the organization highlighted specific regulatory requirements it believes restrict the ability of Head Start programs to serve families efficiently and e more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Adepth Minerals, headquartered in Bergen, Norway, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding the Request for Information on marine mineral leasing offshore American Samoa. The organization's response highlights its readiness to engage in opportunities for commercial leasing on the Outer Continental Shelf after a 30-year hiatus for this sector. Established in 2020, Adepth Minerals focuses on seabed mineral exploration and is de more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging a comprehensive review and repeal of several regulations that it claims hinder innovation and patient care in the medical technology sector. In its correspondence, AdvaMed emphasizes the importance of removing regulations deemed unnecessary, unlawful, and overly burdensome to foster advancements in medical technology. The ass more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Beveridge & Diamond, representing a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) manufacturing, has outlined in a public comment letter submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) several recommendations for reconsideration of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule. The letter requests that OMB advise the EPA to repeal or modify specific provisions within the rule finalized in 2023, which the firm argues exceed s more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Delta Council, an agricultural and economic development organization representing 19 counties in Northwest Mississippi, has submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in support of Syngenta's insecticide, isocycloseram, trademarked as PLINAZOLIN. The organization highlights the product's importance for pest control in the region's substantial agricultural economy. The Mississippi Delta's agricultural production annually exceeds $4 billion, with m more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American Hospital Association (AHA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for an extension of the transition period for new Medicaid provider tax regulations. The letter, dated July 14, outlines concerns that the proposed changes are overly restrictive following legislative adjustments made by Congress through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (P.L. 119-21, OBBBA). The OBBBA, recently passed by Congress, el more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- AHIP submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging the federal agency to reconsider several regulatory provisions as part of a broader deregulation effort. AHIP, which represents members providing health coverage and services to millions of Americans, outlined that existing regulations often hinder the efficiency and affordability of health care. In its letter, AHIP emphasized the need for OMB to focus on rules deemed "unnecessary,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in response to a proposed rule that would withdraw its current classification of certain fans and blowers as covered equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The proposal, published in the Federal Register on May 16, 2025, has drawn sharp criticism from AHRI, which represents over 330 manufacturers in the HVACR more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging for significant reforms to federal regulations that they argue are burdensome for small businesses in the HVACR sector. With over 3,000 member companies contributing $88 billion in annual sales, ACCA represents a critical segment of the industry responsible for vital heating and cooling systems in homes and businesses across the natio more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Air Permitting Forum (APF) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), responding to a Request for Information (RFI) that seeks ideas for deregulatory actions and identifies rules for potential rescission or revision. The APF, a coalition of various U.S. manufacturing sectors focused on issues under the Clean Air Act (CAA), emphasizes its commitment to balancing robust economic growth and regulatory compliance. In its letter, th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Alameda Alliance for Health, Alameda, California, has sent a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns regarding proposed regulations that could adversely affect the state's Medicaid funding. The organization warns that the proposed rule, CMS-2448-P, threatens to significantly reduce federal funding and undermine decades of investments in healthcare services. In the letter, the Alliance outlines its apprehensio more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) advocating for the inclusion of Alaska's Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Region in the 11th National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The department specifically urged the federal agency to include lease sales in the Cook Inlet, Beaufort Sea, and Chukchi Sea planning areas, and provided recommendations to improve participation and responsible dev more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to its proposed withdrawal of the determination that commercial and industrial fans and blowers be covered equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The letter was sent in response to a notice published by the DOE on May 16, 2025, indicating that the withdrawal would not serve the nation more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), Bethesda, Maryland, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding opportunities for deregulation to enhance healthcare delivery, efficiency, and innovation in the sector. This submission comes in response to the HHS's "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation to Make American Healthy Again" request for information. AACOM, which leads a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine, representing over 13,000 physicians and health professionals, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for a review and reform of regulations that hinder effective healthcare delivery. The organization emphasizes the need for a healthcare system focused on lifestyle medicine as a primary treatment strategy for chronic diseases, which continue to escalate in the U.S. Founde more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American Hospital Association (AHA), representing nearly 5,000 member hospitals, health systems, and associated healthcare organizations, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The AHA expressed support for the agency's request for information aimed at ensuring lawful regulation and fostering innovation to improve health outcomes for Americans. In the letter, the AHA emphasized the importance of reducing unnecessary  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The American Iron and Steel Industry (AISI) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) within the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, urging a review and potential rollback of various regulations impacting the steel sector. In its letter, AISI highlighted the financial burdens resulting from stringent environmental standards imposed on steelmakers, asserting that such regulations threaten both the economic stability o more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American Optometric Association (AOA) submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) emphasizing the need to preserve Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations while addressing a health care-related tax loophole. AOA represents over 49,000 doctors of optometry, who play a critical role in providing eye health and vision care, as well as supporting overall health management. In its letter, AOA underscored the importance of c more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- AmericanHort, an organization representing 20,000 members in the horticulture sector, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) advocating for the deregulation of multiple rules affecting temporary agricultural employment. The organization aims to alleviate regulatory burdens that have been identified as detrimental to both the industry's profitability and workforce stability. The letter highlights that the horticulture industry co more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce (AmFree Chamber) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs within the Office of Management and Budget, advocating for the withdrawal or replacement of numerous federal regulations that it argues impose excessive burdens on American businesses. The letter references President Trump's Executive Order issued on January 31, 2025, which mandates that agencies identify ten existing r more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The American Medical Group Association (AMGA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), advocating for critical reforms to Medicare regulations. The association, which represents multispecialty medical groups and integrated care systems, emphasizes that certain outdated and inefficient policies hinder the delivery of high-quality care and stifle innovation in the healthcare sector. In its letter, AMGA calls attention  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- AnewHealth has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for regulatory reforms to improve home-based pharmacy services for chronically ill individuals. The organization believes that modernizing and streamlining health care regulations could play a significant role in enhancing patient outcomes and reducing health care costs. In its letter, AnewHealth highlighted the importance of comprehensive pharmacy services in a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) advocating for crucial changes in regulatory practices that impact patient safety and health care delivery. The letter responds to an HHS Request for Information aimed at eliminating unnecessary regulations and enhancing transparency within the health care system. AORN, which represents over 200,000 perioperative registe more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA), Phoenix, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns over a proposed rule that could impact Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations in the state. AzHHA, representing over 80 hospitals and healthcare systems in Arizona, emphasizes the essential role of hospital assessments in sustaining Medicaid services for nearly 500,000 residents. In  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) regarding proposed renewals and revisions to the agency's Nationwide Permits (NWP). The letter outlines the organization's support for several modifications while addressing specific concerns related to aquatic ecosystem management. In the comment letter, AGFC expressed strong support for the modifications to NWP 13, which focuses on bank stabilizatio more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Ascension submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging regulatory reforms aimed at reducing bureaucratic burdens and enhancing care delivery. The letter, part of a broader response to the agency's Request for Information on its Deregulatory Plan, highlights the need for streamlined regulations that impede healthcare providers from efficiently serving vulnerable populations. In its communication, Ascension spotlighted the ov more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The The letter was written by: (AGC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget, advocating for a review of several regulations affecting the construction sector. AGC, which has represented the commercial construction industry since 1918, emphasizes the necessity of identifying and removing regulations deemed unnecessary or burdensome to American businesses. In its letter, AGC outlines a "Deregulatory Wishlist," detailing specific regula more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of State Attorneys General from 15 states has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), challenging the agency's proposal to withdraw its determination that air cleaners are covered consumer products under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The coalition argues that eliminating the associated energy conservation standards and test procedures would negatively impact energy efficiency and increase consumer costs. The l more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Association of Woman's Health, Obstetrics, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing support for a deregulatory plan aimed at reducing bureaucratic barriers that limit nurses' ability to provide care. AWHONN, representing 350,000 nurses, highlighted an urgent need to empower registered nurses (RNs) and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in their roles to enhance patient acc more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- BDO USA P.C. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding proposed regulations on previously taxed earnings and profits under Section 959 and basis adjustments under Section 961. The regulations, detailed in a notice published in the Federal Register on December 2, 2024, aim to provide clarity on compliance requirements for taxpayers. In its letter, BDO praises the IRS and the Department of the Treasury for the guidance, ackno more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The AHIP and a coalition of other stakeholders have issued a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressing the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) Final Rule published by the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury. The letter calls for a reconsideration of the Final Rule due to its regulations that the coalition argues impose excessive administrative costs and vague requirements on health plan pa more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Black Warrior Riverkeeper and Alabama Rivers Alliance submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) opposing the proposed rescission of the "Ten-Day Notices and Corrective Action for State Regulatory Program Issues" rule. The rule, which was initially designed to safeguard citizen involvement in monitoring coal mining activities, is under scrutiny for potentially diminishing protections for local communities. The or more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP) has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns over proposed regulations aimed at reforming health care-related taxes as part of the Medicaid program. The letter emphasizes the potential destabilization of California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal, if these rules are implemented as currently outlined. In the letter, CAFP represents almost 11,000 family p more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The California Energy Commission (CEC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing the agency's recent proposal to withdraw energy conservation standards for portable air conditioners. The CEC, which oversees energy policy and efficiency measures in California, argues that the move would have detrimental effects on energy costs for consumers, domestic manufacturing, and the overall national electric grid. The CEC's letter highligh more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The California Energy Commission (CEC) has expressed its concerns in a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy regarding the agency's recent proposal to withdraw the determination of air cleaners as a covered consumer product. The CEC, which is responsible for advancing state energy policy and ensuring energy efficiency, argues that this rollback is unlawful and could have detrimental effects on consumers, manufacturers, and the national electric grid. Acco more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The California Wool Growers Association (CWGA) has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget expressing concerns about multiple proposed regulations affecting the agricultural sector. The organization, which represents over 500 sheep and goat producers across California, cites these regulations as inconsistent and burdensome, arguing they threaten the viability of American farming operations. CWGA, established in 1860, advocates for the Califor more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Center for Biological Diversity has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to its proposed rule aimed at rescinding energy conservation standards for air cleaners. The Center, a national non-profit conservation organization boasting over 1.8 million members, argues that this action not only defies legislative mandates but also undermines environmental and public health protections. In its letter, the Cente more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Center for Biological Diversity submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), expressing strong opposition to the Department's proposed rule to rescind energy conservation standards for portable air conditioners. This initiative aims to reverse regulatory standards that the Center argues are vital for energy efficiency and environmental protection. In its letter, the Center alleges that the DOE's proposal to remove existing conservation sta more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Children's Hospital Los Angeles Medical Group (CHLAMG), Los Angeles, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing significant concerns regarding the proposed rule on Medicaid provider tax requirements. The federal agency published the rule on May 12, 2025, and CHLAMG argues it conflicts with recent legislative changes enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill. In the letter, CHLAMG emphasized the need more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Clinica De Salud Del Valle De Salinas has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), expressing opposition to the proposed rule aimed at closing a health care-related tax loophole. The organization, which serves over 55,600 patients across 13 sites in California, argues that the rule could severely limit states' ability to utilize provider taxes, thereby endangering the financial foundation necessary for sustaining crucial Medic more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles County (CCALAC) recently submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for the preservation of Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. The organization represents 66 nonprofit community health center (CHC) member organizations, which significantly depend on Medicaid resources to deliver comprehensive health care services to millions of patients. CCALAC emphasized th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHSI), a Federally Qualified Health Center based in Riverside, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns regarding a proposed rule that threatens funding for the state's Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. The organization, which serves over 25,000 patients across three major counties, emphasized that the proposed rule could destabilize vital financing structures more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of organizations has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), expressing apprehension about a proposed rulemaking regarding side underride guards on intermodal chassis. The letter highlights potential adverse effects on the intermodal chassis market and the freight transportation supply chain. The organizations represent thousands of companies and employees involved in various aspects of the freight sup more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Conservation Law Foundation (CLF), Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The organization expressed opposition to any new oil and gas leasing and related activities in U.S. ocean waters, with a particular focus on the North Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf Planning Area. The correspondence addressed Docket No. BOEM-2025-0015. The organization stated that for nearly fifty years, it and other regional a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Consumer Reports (CR) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in strong opposition to the agency's recent proposal to withdraw energy efficiency standards for air cleaners. The organization argues that such a withdrawal would lead to higher utility costs for households and consumers, undermining efforts to ensure high-quality, efficient products that save energy and reduce pollution. Founded in 1936, Consumer Reports is a nonprofit and more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Consumer Reports (CR) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy strongly opposing a recent proposal to withdraw energy efficiency standards for portable air conditioners. This decision could lead to significantly increased utility costs for households across the nation, according to the organization. In its letter, CR emphasized that portable air conditioner standards are vital for ensuring that consumers gain access to high-quality products that more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressing the regulatory burdens that impact the craft spirits industry. This request comes in response to an OMB notice regarding deregulation published on April 11, 2025, highlighting the barriers small manufacturers face in navigating complex federal and state regulatory frameworks. The craft spirits sector, which has gained footing in the U.S more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Crisis Text Line (CTL), a national nonprofit organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding a supplemental new drug application aimed at treating adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The organization, which has facilitated over 11.5 million conversations with individuals in crisis since its inception in 2013, emphasizes the importance of expanding mental health resources for those affected by anxie more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), Portland, Orlando, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concerning a recent request for information on regulatory reform. In the letter, DTNA emphasizes the need to streamline existing regulations within the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to foster American ingenuity and technological advancement, all while maintaining public safety within the transportation sector. In its comments, more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Delaware Riverkeeper Network, Bristol, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to several federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, urging an extension for commenting deadlines on key environmental regulations. The organization is requesting an additional thirty days beyond the current August 4, 2025 more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Delta Air Lines Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, requesting changes to a proposed Airworthiness Directive (AD) regarding the Pratt & Whitney PW2000 engine. The letter outlines several concerns related to compliance procedures, emphasizing the need for precise language and updated specifications to ensure the safety and reliability of engine components. In the letter, Delta highlights discrepancies in t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Delta Dental Plans Association (Delta Dental) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) addressing multiple regulations that they believe impede access to dental care and innovation within the healthcare landscape. In response to HHS's recent Request for Information, Delta Dental has expressed its concerns over existing regulations that could burden both providers and patients without clear health benefits. As the  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Department of Health Care Services has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in response to proposed regulatory changes outlined in the rule CMS-2448-P. The letter expresses concerns that the proposed modifications could adversely impact both funding and the ability of states to implement effective health care-related taxes. The proposed rule aims to amend federal regulations regarding health care-related taxes, setting new  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Deregulation Working Group has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the regulations concerning the reporting requirements for U.S. shareholders of passive foreign investment companies (PFICs). The group contends that the current rules, enacted as part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, are overly burdensome and counterproductive for U.S. citizens living abroad who invest in foreign mutual funds or exchange-traded funds. In outl more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Distributed Wind Energy Association (DWEA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service highlighting the adverse impact of new regulations on small wind energy projects aimed at supporting farmers. DWEA argues that the recent guidelines concerning endangered bat species hinder farmers' ability to adopt cost-effective distributed wind systems, without providing any tangible benefits for bat conservation. The letter outlines that large uti more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Dolphin Research Center, Grassy Key, Florida, an organization dedicated to providing sanctuary and support for marine life, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget regarding proposed changes to the permitting process for activities affecting coastal and inland waters. The organization asserts that the current regulatory framework, while essential for protecting marine ecosystems, creates excessive delays and financial strains on leaseho more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- East Valley Community Health Center Inc. has expressed serious concerns in a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the potential impact of the proposed rule on Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. The proposed regulation, aimed at closing a health care-related tax loophole, threatens to disrupt the financing structure that supports California's Medicaid program, referred to as Medi-Cal. The health center serves approxima more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- El Proyecto del Barrio Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center serving over 36,800 patients across eight sites in California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing serious concerns about a proposed rule aimed at closing a health care-related tax loophole that could adversely affect Medicaid funding. The organization warns that the proposed changes would destabilize vital financing mechanisms, particularly manag more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Emory University has voiced strong concerns to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding an interim final rule that would decrease the number of permanent members on the Board of Immigration Appeals from 28 to 15. The university contends the reduction is unsupported by current operational realities and could have negative long-term consequences for the immigration system. The university highlights that the overall Executive Office for Immigration Review system faces over 3 more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of environmental and consumer advocacy organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy, expressing deep concern over its proposal to withdraw the determination that portable air conditioners are covered consumer products. The Appliance Standards Awareness Project (ASAP), American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), Ceres, Consumer Federation of America, Earthjustice, National Consumer Law Center, and Natural Res more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Essential Access Health has expressed serious concerns in a public comment letter addressed to the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the proposed rule titled "Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations - Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole." The organization argues that the proposed changes could significantly restrict states' abilities to use provider taxes, including Managed Care Organization (MCO) taxes, as a financing me more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services voicing concerns regarding regulations that the group believes threaten religious liberties and the sanctity of human life. This letter was submitted in response to a request for information regarding lawful regulation and innovation within health care. The ERLC, which represents nearly 13 million  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Ethics and Public Policy Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging the agency to rescind several major regulations implemented during the Biden administration. This public comment letter, delivered in response to HHS's Request for Information on "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation To Make America Healthy Again," comes as the agency conducts what it describes as its largest-ever deregulator more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Family Farm Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget advocating for immediate deregulation of federal water policies affecting Western agriculture. The organization represents family farmers, ranchers, and irrigation districts across 17 Western states and emphasizes the urgency of this issue amidst rising agricultural challenges exacerbated by regulatory burdens. In the letter, the Alliance expresses gratitude for the oppor more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Family Health Centers of San Diego Inc. has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing grave concerns regarding a proposed rule that threatens the financial structure of California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal. Serving over 159,100 patients across 59 health center sites, the organization fears that the regulation would obstruct states from utilizing crucial provider taxes, including those from Managed Care Organizat more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) addressing critical issues affecting over 33 million Americans who suffer from life-threatening food allergies. The letter responds to HHS's Request for Information (RFI) aimed at ensuring lawful regulation and fostering innovation to improve public health. In its correspondence, FARE emphasizes the pressing need for more robust resear more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Fello recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) urging for the repeal and replacement of several Medicaid regulations they believe hinder the delivery of care. The organization employs over 600 staff and supports more than 4,000 individuals and their families in southern Maryland. Fello's letter addresses a range of regulations impacting Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities ( more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Fisher Counseling Services, St. Joseph, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), urging a reevaluation of its reimbursement structure for Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFTs), and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs). The letter argues that the current reimbursement rate of 75% of the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) significantly undervalues the contributions of more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (Florida ARF) submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressing critical issues with existing regulations affecting home and community-based services (HCBS). The organization argued that the current HCBS payment adequacy mandate, which requires a minimum of 80% of Medicaid payments for services to be allocated to direct care worker compensation, is adding to the challenges faced by more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Gardner Family Health Network, Inc., known as Gardner Health Services, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding proposed changes that could impact Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. Serving nearly 43,500 patients across 13 sites, the organization warns that the proposed rule aimed at closing a healthcare-related tax loophole could destabilize California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal. The orga more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Garmin International has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing concerns regarding the proposals outlined in Draft Notice N 8100.20 related to the annual ethics training for Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) holders. The company highlighted specific provisions that they believe require clarification or revision to prevent redundancy and inefficiencies. In its comments, Garmin contended that the requirement for  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Gordon N. Chan Community Services Center, San Jose, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the proposed rule aimed at closing a healthcare-related tax loophole. The center voiced concerns that this rule could significantly limit states' ability to utilize provider taxes, including Managed Care Organization taxes, which are crucial for funding Medicaid programs in states like California. In the letter,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Hall Render Killian Heath & Lyman, P.C., Indianapolis, Indiana, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) addressing the agency's proposed rule aimed at preserving Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. The letter, dated July 14, 2025, responds to concerns highlighted in a rule published in the Federal Register on May 15, which discusses closing a health care-related tax loophole. The proposed rule has generated discus more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection & Insurance Company (HSB) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) urging important updates to regulatory guidelines that govern nuclear inspections. The letter specifically addresses the petition for rulemaking submitted by the Nuclear Energy Institute, which seeks revisions to 10 CFR 50.55a and accompanying Regulatory Guides. HSB performs critical inspection services in accordance with the Am more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Health Center Partners of Southern California (HCP), San Diego, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing profound concerns about a proposed rule affecting Medicaid provider taxes. This rule, which HCP argues jeopardizes California's Medicaid financial stability, poses potential risks to Community Health Centers (CHCs) and the vulnerable populations they serve. HCP highlights the problematic impli more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of health and medical organizations has expressed strong opposition to the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) proposal to withdraw the covered product status of portable air conditioners under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The public comment letter argues that removing these appliances from coverage and eliminating federal energy efficiency standards will significantly undermine public health and consumer protections. The organizations emphasiz more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of health and medical organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing strong opposition to the agency's proposal to withdraw the designation of air cleaners as a covered consumer product under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. The initiative to remove federal energy efficiency standards and certification requirements for these essential devices raises serious concerns about its potential impacts on public he more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Healthcare Leadership Council submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging the agency to repeal or revise specific federal regulations that the organization claims are unnecessarily burdensome, outdated, and impede advancement in patient care and healthcare innovation. The letter responds to the agency's sweeping Request for Information on eliminating or streamlining rules that do not align with current statutory authorit more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The HIMSS Electronic Health Record Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), advocating for substantial reforms in the regulatory landscape governing health information technology. The organization, representing nearly 30 member companies involved in developing and supporting certified health IT, believes that outdated regulations hinder innovation and the delivery of patient care. The letter comes in resp more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Impossible Metals Inc., San Jose, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing its commercial interest in leasing the Outer Continental Shelf for polymetallic nodule mining off the coast of American Samoa. The company argues that the vast reserves of critical metals could significantly bolster U.S. industrial leadership and mitigate the nation's dependency on foreign sources. In its correspondence, Impossible more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging substantial regulatory reforms aimed at alleviating the burdens faced by nearly 5,000 community banks throughout the nation. The letter highlights the organization's support for the Administration's commitment to regulatory reform as part of Executive Order 14219. ICBA, representing the interests of community banks, emphasized the i more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Infinite Legacy Inc., a non-profit organ procurement organization serving nearly 10 million people in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and D.C., has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) expressing strong opposition to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) OPO Final Rule. This rule, which revises outcome measure requirements for organ procurement organizations, may pose serious risks to the nation's organ donation and tra more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Interstate Mining Compact Commission (IMCC), a multi-state governmental organization representing 26 coal-producing states, has formally conveyed its opposition to a proposed rule by the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) regarding the issuance of Ten-Day Notices and corrective action for state regulatory programs. The comments were submitted to OSMRE following a public comment period initiated by the proposed rule published in the Federa more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- JWCH Institute Inc., has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing deep concerns regarding the proposed rule on Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations, which aims to close a healthcare-related tax loophole. The organization warns that the changes, if enacted, could severely limit states' ability to utilize provider taxes, including Managed Care Organization (MCO) taxes, jeopardizing the financial st more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Local Health Plans of California (LHPC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns regarding a proposed rule that could drastically affect funding for California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal. LHPC, which covers approximately 9.7 million Medi-Cal enrollees, argues that the proposed rule could undermine decades of investment in crucial health care services for low-income populations. The p more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Los Angeles LGBT Center, Los Angeles, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns regarding the potential impact of the proposed rule aimed at closing a health care-related tax loophole. The organization warns that the rule could severely limit state funding mechanisms, thereby destabilizing California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal, which is crucial for providing care to v more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding the "Request for Information: Deregulation." The Texas-based conservation and reclamation district is advocating for the reconsideration or repeal of certain regulations it believes to be unnecessary or damaging to energy production. LCRA, which provides wholesale electricity and water services to numerous electric cooperatives and ci more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Managed Funds Association (MFA) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget urging a reassessment of regulations that hinder U.S. economic growth and the financial well-being of Americans. The organization represents the global alternative asset management industry, which plays a crucial role in driving innovation and capital formation in financial markets. MFA advocates for the elimination of burdensome regulations that compromise th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) recommending the exclusion of the Mid-Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Region from the 11th National OCS Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The department reiterated its long-held opinion that the risks and potential impacts of offshore oil and gas exploration and development outweigh the benefits to Maryland communities and natural resource more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Maui Nui Makai Network, an organization dedicated to preserving Hawaii's natural and cultural heritage, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management expressing strong opposition to proposed deep-sea mining off American Samoa. The proposal is outlined in case number BOEM-2025-0035 and raises considerable concerns over its impact on the interconnected ecosystems of the Pacific Ocean. The organization emphasizes that deep-sea mining pose more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Metallurgical Coal Producers Association (MCPA) has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) expressing robust support for the proposed rescission of the "Ten-Day Notices and Corrective Action for State Regulatory Program Issues" rule. This rule originally published on April 9, 2024, allowed for corrective actions to be mandated within a ten-day notice period but faced backlash due to concerns over state authori more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Michigan Asparagus Berrybrook Enterprises Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget urging the Trump Administration to rescind the February 28, 2023, AEWR Methodology Rule. The letter highlights the concerns of farmers growing asparagus and other fruits and vegetables across Michigan, stressing that the rule threatens their economic viability and the future of agricultural production in the region. According to the associ more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the effective implementation of the Military Student Identifier (MSI) code in schools across the nation. As a critical component of the Every Student Succeeds Act, the MSI was established to enhance the educational experiences of military-connected students, who have unique needs stemming from their family members' service in the armed forces. In its more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Montana Natural Resource Coalition (MtNRC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging the agency to rescind the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Final Historical Range Rule as published in the Federal Register. The coalition, which represents 21 county governments in Montana, argues that the rule undermines previous regulatory standards aimed at protecting species and their habitats. In its letter, MtNRC emphasizes th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) has expressed its strong support for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) proposal regarding changes to mortgage insurance premiums (MIPs) applicable to Federal Housing Administration (FHA) multifamily insurance programs. The association believes that these proposed adjustments will significantly contribute to expanding the supply of rental housing across the nation. According to MBA, FHA's loan programs for m more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has expressed its strong support for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) proposal to reduce mortgage insurance premiums (MIPs) for all FHA-insured multifamily mortgage insurance programs to the statutory minimum of 25 basis points. In a public comment letter submitted to the agency, NAHB highlighted the importance of this policy shift in addressing the current housing affordability crisis. NAHB, a D more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The National Chicken Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging the agency to rescind what it describes as an overly broad and costly application of federal refrigeration requirements for surplus broiler eggs. In responding to the department's Request for Information on "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation To Make America Healthy Again," the council called on the agency to revise FDA's Shell Egg more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) and the National Apartment Association (NAA) have submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), addressing the urgent need for regulatory changes to alleviate the burdens on the housing industry. The organizations, representing a combined $3.9 trillion apartment sector and more than 40 million residents, stress that costly and inconsistent federal regulations significantly hinder housing prod more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The National Wildlife Federation (the Federation) has filed a public comment letter with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) urging the federal agency to halt any plans for commercial deep-sea mineral leasing offshore American Samoa. The Federation, which represents over 7 million members and supporters, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed mineral development near the eastern limit of American Samoa, citing serious environmental and socio-economic conc more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The NOAA Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute (OECI) sent a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior and its Bureau of Ocean Energy Management urging increased exploration and data collection in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of American Samoa. The letter highlights the imperative need for comprehensive mapping and research in eastern regions of the EEZ where data is lacking. In their communication, the OECI outlined their previous exploration ef more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The National Small Business Association submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services requesting changes to regulations that the organization argues hinder health care affordability and innovation for small businesses. In response to the agency's Request for Information titled "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation to Make America Healthy Again," the association pointed to three sets of policies it believes require ref more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Tax Section has submitted a public comment letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) expressing concerns regarding the proposed regulations related to previously taxed earnings and profits (PTEP). This letter, designated as Report No. 1514, articulates a series of recommendations aimed at clarifying complex issues associated with partnership taxation under the proposed rules. The NYSBA Tax Section is particularly focused on th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Ocean Conservancy has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing grave concerns over the proposed deep-sea mining lease application by Impossible Metals in the U.S. continental shelf offshore American Samoa. The organization, dedicated to ocean protection, strongly opposes seabed mining of critical minerals, citing environmental, ecological, and cultural threats. The letter outlines that the mining project poses severe ris more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- One Hope United (OHU), Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Defense, addressing the 2027 State Priorities Impacting Service Members and Their Families. The organization highlights the challenges faced by military families when navigating adoption across state lines, calling for enhanced support and coordination. Military families often encounter unique barriers concerning adoption, largely due to the varying child welfare laws more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Pacific Whale Foundation has issued a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management expressing strong opposition to proposed deep-sea mining activities offshore American Samoa. The organization, which boasts over 10,000 members and supporters, is urging the agency to abandon its plan to lease Outer Continental Shelf areas in this environmentally sensitive region. In its correspondence, the foundation highlights a unified stance from the local communit more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Paragon Health Institute has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing strong support for proposed regulations identified as CMS-2448-P. This proposed rule, titled "Medicaid Program; Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole," aims to address the misuse of Medicaid provider taxes, which the organization asserts have led to significant financial discrepancies in the M more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Passamaquoddy Tribe, a sovereign and federally recognized Indian tribe, submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The Tribe expressed fundamental opposition to the development of the Gulf of Maine for oil and gas, considering it an existential threat to their identity, traditions, and livelihood. The correspondence addressed the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program. The Tribe conveyed its deep conce more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Pennsylvania Advocates and Resources for Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (PAR), Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, voicing concerns regarding a proposed rule that aims to close a health care-related tax loophole affecting Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. In the letter, PAR emphasizes its position as the primary statewide association in Pennsylvania dedicated to supporting o more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association (PACA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) expressing strong support for the proposed exception from 49 CFR Sec. 393.48 concerning brake systems on pre-2010 portable conveyors used within the aggregate industry. The organization represents a wide range of producers involved in the stone, sand, gravel, and ready-mixed concrete sectors throughout Pennsylvania. I more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) addressing the agency's request for information on regulatory reforms aimed at modernizing the cosmetic and personal care products industry. Founded in 1894, PCPC represents the leading trade association in this sector, advocating for product safety and innovation while promoting the interests of its member companies. In the letter, PC more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) urging the agency to reject the captive bred wildlife registration applications from Bramble Park Zoo and Tanganyika Wildlife Foundation. The applications, intended to facilitate the breeding of several endangered species, face scrutiny over insufficient evidence supporting their capabilities for effective wildlife management and breeding more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), emphasizing the need for regulatory reforms aimed at enhancing innovation and patient access to medicines. PhRMA represents the nation's leading biopharmaceutical research companies, organizations dedicated to developing new treatments that have revolutionized patient care. In the letter regarding HHS's Request f more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) expressing concerns regarding its Request for Information on Deregulation (OMB-2025-0003-0001). Representing leading biopharmaceutical research companies, PhRMA highlighted its commitment to developing innovative treatments while advocating for policies that ensure patient access to affordable medicines. In its recent submissi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Point32Health, Canton, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in response to a recent Request for Information soliciting deregulation recommendations from across the nation. The organization advocates for reforms it believes will advance patient experience while significantly reducing healthcare costs. Point32Health, which operates health plans through its founding organizations Tufts Health Plan and Harvard Pilgr more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Portland Cement Association (PCA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) advocating for extensive regulatory reforms that would enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the cement industry. PCA represents over seventy percent of clinker production in the United States and is committed to ensuring that regulations reflect current industry practices while promoting economic growth. In its letter, PCA highlighted the need to more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Praxis Precision Medicines submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Food & Drug Administration advocating for changes in regulatory practices that could enhance the development and delivery of innovative therapies for nervous system disorders. The clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, which specializes in treatments for both rare and common neurological conditions, emphasized the need for a more flexible regulatory f more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- A coalition of health care providers, including Abrazo Health, Banner Health, Carondelet Health, HonorHealth, and Northern Arizona Healthcare, have expressed concerns regarding the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Proposed Rule CMS-2448-P aimed at preserving Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. The organizations submitted a public comment letter to CMS addressing potential unintended consequences of the proposed regulation, particularly relating more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Coalition of New York State Public Health Plans has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong concerns regarding the proposed rule, "Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations-Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole." The Coalition, representing eight health plans serving over 5 million New Yorkers, has outlined its objections to the potential impacts of the rule on crucial Medicaid programs more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- QHP Capital L.P., Raleigh, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to a recent Request for Information (RFI) aimed at reducing regulations to foster innovation and efficiency in the healthcare industry. The organization urges HHS to streamline regulatory processes that are seen as cumbersome and a hindrance to advancements in healthcare. The letter highlights that the current administratio more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Quest Diagnostics has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging the agency to address what it describes as urgent regulatory flaws impacting clinical laboratories, patient access to testing, and administrative efficiency. The letter, sent in response to the agency's Request for Information on "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation to Make America Healthy Again," outlines recommendations for alleviating what more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- R1 RCM Inc., Murray, Utah, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) in response to its Request for Information (RFI) aimed at promoting lawful regulation and encouraging innovation within the healthcare sector. The organization emphasized its commitment to enhancing patient experiences and removing administrative burdens that impede access to care. In its correspondence, R1 outlined several key points in favor of deregu more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Radiology Business Management Association (RBMA), Evansville, Indiana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget in response to a request for information on deregulation. The organization represents over 2,200 radiology practice business leaders across the country, advocating for improvements in healthcare efficiency and patient care. In the letter, RBMA expressed concerns over the cumbersome nature of prior authorizations requi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Nearly 60 national and state-level organizations representing the needs of young children and families submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging the agency to ensure that any changes to regulations prioritize child and family wellbeing. The letter responds to the department's Request for Information titled "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation To Make America Healthy Again." The organizations emphasize th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Saban Community Clinic has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing deep concerns over the proposed rule regarding Medicaid funding and healthcare-related taxes. The clinic fears that proposed restrictions on provider taxes could destabilize a vital financing structure that supports California's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal, which significantly benefits community health centers. The proposed rule aims to close a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- San Fernando Community Hospital, operating under the name San Fernando Community Health Center, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing serious concerns about proposed changes to Medicaid funding. The regulation, titled "Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations - Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole," threatens to destabilize financial support mechanisms that have long been vital for California's Me more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Southeastern Archaeological Research LLC (SEARCH), a consulting firm based in the U.S. with a focus on marine archaeology, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management regarding its Request for Information/Interest on commercial leasing for outer continental shelf minerals offshore American Samoa. The firm's comments emphasize the need for thorough impact assessments in deep-sea mining operations and the potential advantages of such mining more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Sierra Club has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy urging the agency to withdraw its proposed recission and amendment of energy conservation standards for portable air-conditioners. The proposals, published on May 16, 2025, have raised significant concerns regarding their potential impact on public health, consumer costs, and environmental integrity. In the letter, the Sierra Club emphasized that the Department's suggestions to rescind cur more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Smith Plant Farm Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expressing concerns over its proposed rule for heat injury and illness prevention. The organization argues that a nationwide temperature-based trigger for heat-related safety measures could be impractical and detrimental to operations across the country. In the letter addressed to the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health, the o more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The South Carolina Growers Association, Ridge Spring, South Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget regarding the negative impacts of current H-2A visa regulations. The association, representing fruit and vegetable producers in South Carolina, is particularly concerned about the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Final Rule implemented by the Department of Labor. This regulation is seen as exacerbating the challenges faced by Ame more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Southern Cross Cables Limited has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing concerns over a recent request for information regarding commercial leasing for Outer Continental Shelf minerals offshore American Samoa. The organization emphasizes the importance of the Southern Cross Cable Network (SCCN) and its vital role in maintaining international telecommunication services. In its correspo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) urging the agency to withdraw its proposed rule titled "Compliance With Floodplain and Wetland Environmental Review Requirements." The SELC argues that rescinding existing regulations on floodplain management and wetlands protection could result in significant health and safety risks across vulnerable communities in the Southeast and beyond. The DOE's  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- St. John's Community Health, which serves over 109,000 patients across California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns regarding a proposed rule that could severely impact Medicaid funding. The organization warns that the new regulations may limit states' ability to utilize provider taxes as a financing mechanism for Medicaid, jeopardizing crucial funding for the state's Medi-Cal program. In its more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The principal partners of the Start Strong PA campaign submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, urging the agency to preserve existing federal regulations governing the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) program. The campaign, representing a coalition of Pennsylvania organizations, expressed deep concern about potential deregulation that could affect the safety, affordability, and accessibility of child care service more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The coalition of State Attorneys General has formally submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing its proposal to withdraw the classification of portable air conditioners as covered consumer products under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The federal agency's recent announcement included plans to eliminate the relevant energy conservation standards for these appliances, raising concerns among the states and local governme more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Sustainable Fisheries Coalition (SFC), an association representing participants in the Atlantic herring fishery, has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking to remove regulations they deem unnecessary and overly burdensome to the fishery. The coalition argues that the Atlantic herring fishery is one of the most regulated on the East Coast, which ultimately undermines the industry's viability without yielding significant conse more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Sustainable Fisheries Coalition (SFC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) urging the repeal of what it describes as unnecessary and overly burdensome regulations affecting the Atlantic herring fishery. This letter addresses a recent Request for Information from the OMB regarding regulations deemed excessive or ineffective. The SFC, which represents commercial fishing participants in the Atlantic herring fishery, asserts t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Tarzana Treatment Centers Inc. (TTC) has publicly commented on a proposed rule by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services relating to Medicaid financing, expressing serious concerns about its implications for vulnerable populations. The agency's rule aims to address what is described as a health care-related tax loophole, which TTC argues could significantly limit states' abilities to utilize provider taxes, including Managed Care Organization (MCO) taxes, as essent more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) voicing concerns over the overwhelming regulations that are hampering the state's ability to deliver essential transportation services efficiently. In its letter addressing Docket No. OMB-2025-0003, TxDOT argues that the volume of regulations, particularly those implemented alongside the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), has placed  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Nature Conservancy (TNC), Arlington, Virginia, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) urging the agency not to rescind critical regulations that protect wetlands and floodplains. In a detailed analysis, TNC emphasizes that the existing guidelines, specifically 10 CFR part 1022, are vital for safeguarding these crucial ecosystems from degradation due to development activities. TNC highlights the importance of the regulations in consid more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget expressing strong concerns about the deregulation of the H-2A program, which allows temporary agricultural workers in the United States. This letter highlights the detrimental impact of existing regulations on America's apple growers and their ability to maintain sustainable production. According to USApple, the apple industry is the largest employer of H-2A w more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget calling for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take action on reducing regulatory burdens. The organization emphasized the need for the FTC to align with recent directives from the Trump administration aimed at curtailing what they describe as an "overbearing and burdensome administrative state." In its letter, the Chamber noted that although there has been progres more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Multiple national associations representing a broad spectrum of stakeholders in the rental housing sector have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) commending the agency for its proposed rule to reduce mortgage insurance premiums (MIPs) for FHA multifamily programs. The associations, which include entities involved in ownership, management, and development of rental housing, are advocating for the prompt finalizati more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) expressing its views in response to a recent Request for Information regarding deregulation. In its commentary, UW-Madison emphasizes the need for consistent federal regulations that govern research funding across multiple federal agencies. As a prominent institution receiving funds from a variety of federal entities, including the National Institute more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Valley Community Healthcare has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding potential changes to the Medicaid program that could jeopardize funding for vulnerable populations. The organization, which serves over 21,000 patients across two health center sites in the San Fernando Valley, expressed deep concern regarding the "Preserving Medicaid Funding for Vulnerable Populations - Closing a Health Care-Related Tax Loophole Pr more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Venice Family Clinic, Venice, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong concerns regarding the proposed rule aimed at preserving Medicaid funding for vulnerable populations. The letter highlights the potential adverse effects of the proposed rule, which could significantly limit states' authority to utilize provider taxes, particularly Managed Care Organization (MCO) taxes, for Medicaid finan more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Virbac Animal Health has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget, through their counsel Buchanan, urging for a revision of a critical animal drug regulation that they argue impedes innovation and increases unnecessary costs. The comment letter, dated May 12, 2025, responds to a request for information from OMB regarding regulatory reforms that could alleviate burdens on U.S. businesses. In their submission, Virbac highlights a specific reg more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- W&T Offshore, Inc. and W&T Energy VI, LLC, collectively referred to as W&T, submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The correspondence addressed the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program, advocating for expanded leasing opportunities and deregulation to enhance domestic oil and gas production. The company, an independent offshore producer with decades of experience in the U.S. Gulf of America (GOA) Oute more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) Aquinnah, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The Tribe urged the exclusion of critical habitat for North American Right Whales and the Nantucket Sound from areas considered for offshore energy leases, emphasizing their cultural and environmental importance. The correspondence addressed the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program (Docket No. BO more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- WelbeHealth, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) organization, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) urging regulatory reforms to improve access to essential services for seniors. The organization serves over 5,200 frail seniors across its 13 centers in California and plans further expansions in other states, including New York and New Jersey. In its correspondence, WelbeHealth emphasizes the critic more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection - Division of Mining and Reclamation (WVDEP-DMR), Charleston, West Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) expressing support for the agency's proposed rule regarding the Ten-Day Notice and corrective action processes for state regulatory program issues. The letter addresses the notice of proposed rulemaking published in the Federal Regi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Western Center on Law and Poverty has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concerns about a proposed rule that could adversely affect Medicaid funding for low-income individuals in California. The organization, California's oldest and largest legal services support center, emphasizes the critical role that provider taxes play in financing the state's Medicaid program, known as Medi-Cal, which serves over 14 mil more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Woods System of Care submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for broad regulatory changes across Medicaid, behavioral health, and human services programs as part of the agency's Request for Information on "Ensuring Lawful Regulation and Unleashing Innovation To Make America Healthy Again." The organization urged the agency to adopt reforms aligned with Executive Order 14192, which requires the elimination of ten  more ST