WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Five trade associations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The organizations urged the department to issue a determination not to amend energy conservation standards for External Power Supplies (EPSs), despite the DOE's proposal to repeal existing regulatory standards. The joint commenters stated their support for the department's goal of ensuring consumer choice in products with desired features and performance. However, they expres more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- A coalition of seven industry associations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office requesting an extension of at least 90 days for the comment period on the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD) "Draft Voluntary Guidelines for Countering Illicit Trade in Counterfeit Goods on Online Marketplaces". Alternatively, the groups requested a restart to the process to include a broader representation of rights holders f more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- A coalition of nine health systems has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The letter responds to the agencies' Request for Information on the Health Technology Ecosystem, advocating for enhanced digital health tools and improved data access for patients and providers. The health systems, which include some of the nation's largest integrated delivery networks, e more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- ACA Connects -- America's Communications Association, Beaver, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) responding to its Request for Information on how federal regulations can harm competition in the American economy. The organization, which represents approximately 500 smaller and medium-sized independent broadband, phone, and video service providers, focused its comments on the Non-Compete Rule and Negative Option Rule. The c more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services advocating for broader coverage of prescription digital therapeutics under Medicare and Medicaid. The organization, a professional association focused on increasing patient access to affordable medicines, expressed appreciation for the agency's leadership in advancing digital health innovation. The comment from the organization high more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Agent IQ, Austin, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's (OCC) Request for Information sharing its perspective on community bank digitalization. As an alumni company of the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator, the firm states its commitment to supporting innovation that strengthens community banks' ability to grow, compete, and serve their account holders. The company conveyed that digitalization is a structural necessity fo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Energy expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule concerning energy conservation standards for conventional cooking tops. The proposal, which aims to amend the design requirement for gas portable indoor cooktops, has drawn attention for potentially undermining consumer safety and manufacturer investments. In its letter, AHAM emphasizes that while it suppo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Citing both professional expertise and personal experience as a family caregiver, AI strategist and health informaticist Teresa Younkin has called on federal agencies to bridge the "massive coordination gap" in the nation's health technology ecosystem. In a detailed response to a Request for Information from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Younkin, who holds a Master of Science in Health Informatics, leveraged her credentials as a national speaker on AI gove more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Alaska Falconers Association is urging the U.S. National Park Service to repeal a regulation that prohibits the collection of raptors for falconry from national preserves in Alaska. The AFA's public comment letter outlines concerns regarding the recent "Alaska Subsistence Collections" rule and its implications for licensed falconers in the state. The rule, finalized on January 12, 2017, restricts Alaska licensed falconers from legally capturing raptors on national pre more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Alliance for Health Information Operations and Standards submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The organization provided comments on patient privacy, data access, and interoperability within the health technology ecosystem. AHIOS strongly advocated for a patient-centric approach as the foundation of the health technology ecosystem, emphasizing that patients must be able t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Alliance for Home Dialysis, a coalition of patient groups, clinical societies, dialysis providers, and innovators, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offering recommendations on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The organization expressed its belief that technology can empower Medicare beneficiaries to make informed decisions about their health, particularly concerning home dialysis. The comment from the organization highl more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The America Outdoors Association (AOA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior in response to a Request for Information on Regulatory Reform. The association, which represents over 1,000 outfitters, guides, and outdoor recreation service providers, is urging the agency to consider significant changes to existing federal policies that they believe hinder small businesses and the overall visitor experience on federal lands. The associati more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Academy of Ophthalmology submitted a public comment letter to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services offering perspectives on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The Academy, representing over 20,000 eye physicians and surgeons, highlighted ophthalmology's unique role and needs within the evolving digital health landscape. The comment from the Academy emphasized the specialty's leadership in leveraging Qualified Clinical Data Registries (QCDRs) to drive q more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- American Agri-Women has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing concern over existing regulations tied to the Endangered Species Act (ESA). As the largest coalition of women in agriculture, AAW's letter outlines several key regulatory reforms aimed at achieving a balance between conservation efforts and the needs of landowners and rural communities. In its letter, AAW emphasizes that recent changes to ESA regulations have impose more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opposing the citizen petition FDA-2025-P-0377-0001, which seeks to modify the regulation of mifepristone, a medication used for medical abortions. AAPLOG, a medical organization representing approximately 8,000 women's healthcare professionals, argues that the claims made in the petition regarding maternal mortality more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) expressing serious concerns regarding the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and the Draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment for the Darling 54 American chestnut. The foundation's investigation highlights potential issues with the transgenic tree's performance and long-term viability. TACF's assessment, which bega more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the inclusion of language education in the agency's proposed priorities concerning evidence-based literacy, education choice, and returning education to the states. The organization, representing over 10,000 language educators and administrators, sees language education as vital for student success and nat more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation responding to a proposed rulemaking concerning administrative procedures for rules, guidance, and enforcement. On behalf of its member railroads, the ASLRRA expressed agreement with the Department's view that robust public input and sound data lead to its best work. The ASLRRA proposed that the Department include in its final ru more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The organization Americans United for Life (AUL) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to deny a citizen petition from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) that calls for the removal of the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) for mifepristone. AUL emphasizes that the FDA should strengthen existing protections related to the abortion drug rather than eliminate them. In the more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The American Chestnut Research and Restoration Project, based at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, has released a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) advocating for the approval of Darling 54 chestnuts, an important initiative aimed at restoring the American chestnut tree. In the letter, a lead scientist from the organization underscores the rigorous risk assessment comp more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW) submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology responding to the Health Technology Ecosystem Request for Information. The organization, which represents payers managing behavioral health insurance benefits for 200 million people, advocated for reforms to foster col more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing serious concerns regarding the agency's proposed rule on energy conservation standards for commercial clothes washers. The letter, submitted on July 15, 2025, addresses multiple aspects of the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking concerning these standards. AHAM's primary concern lies in the potential repeal of water factor requi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- AugMend Health Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Health Technology Ecosystem. The company offered recommendations for a billing code framework to support digital health technologies serving Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions. AugMend Health explained that its platform aims to address the shortage of behavioral health professionals by embedding AI-guided VR assessments more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Bank Policy Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) expressing concerns about the charter application for Ripple National Trust Bank, N.A. The institution, a proposed wholly owned subsidiary of Ripple Labs, Inc., is requesting a national trust charter but has prompted issues regarding the time afforded for public comment and the adequacy of the information provided. The comment letter highlights that the O more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Better Identity Coalition has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding their Request for Information (RFI) on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The coalition, comprising 22 companies across various sectors including healthcare and information technology, advocates for improved identity verification and authentication solutions. The coalition expressed a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Beyond Lucid Technologies, Concord, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services outlining critical issues in health data exchange, particularly concerning emergency medical services. The company emphasized the existing technological infrastructure that could address current data sharing gaps. The comment from the organization underscores a concern that local initiatives to create separate patient registries, such as thos more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Boeing Co. has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's Advisory Circular on Informed Consent Requirements for Crew and Space Flight Participants. The proposed guidelines, outlined in Docket No. FAA-2025-1270, have raised discussions within the aerospace community about the safety and certification standards necessary for space flight operations. In its letter, Boeing expressed appreciation more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) expressing strong support for the agency's proposed approval of the San Joaquin Valley 2023 Maintenance Plan and Redesignation Request. This plan pertains to the Revoked 1-Hour Ozone Standard and is a vital step towards maintaining air quality standards in California. In its letter, CARB emphasized that California has successfully met all  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The California Energy Commission (CEC), Sacramento, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing significant concerns regarding the agency's recent announcement to rescind amended water use standards for automatic commercial ice makers (ACIMs). The CEC warns that these proposed changes could severely impact consumers, manufacturers, and the environment. In its letter, the CEC emphasizes that rolling back more than 18 appliance ef more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Campbell County Board of Commissioners, Gillette, Wyoming, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, expressing concerns regarding regulatory reforms and their impact on local resource management. The letter, dated July 21, 2025, highlights the critical role that federal regulations play in the energy-rich county, where approximately 87.5% of land comprises federal minerals. In the letter, Campbell County officials emphasized the im more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) expressing alarm over a petition seeking deregulation of the genetically engineered American chestnut tree known as Darling 54. This request, made by the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), aims to allow the open release of this modified organism in more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- CareSet, Houston, Texas, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the Health Technology Ecosystem. The organization advocated for a consolidated national provider directory to enhance data quality and streamline information dissemination within the U.S. healthcare system. CareSet explained that gaps and deficiencies in data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Department of Health and Human Services c more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Carrier Corporation, Syracuse, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy offering its perspective on the Energy Conservation Standard for Consumer Furnace Fans. The company, a provider of HVAC systems and services, expressed its appreciation for the opportunity to provide information on the standard's impact on residential furnaces manufactured in the U.S. Carrier stated its opposition to regulating co more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Center for Biological Diversity has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy opposing any consideration of weakening existing energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans. The national conservation organization, with over 1.8 million members, states that such an action would raise consumer costs, cause environmental and public health harms, negatively affect energy affordability and grid resilience, and lead to economic waste. It al more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Center for Biological Diversity has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service advocating for the listing of the Fish Lake Valley tui chub as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. The letter highlights critical threats facing the fish due to groundwater depletion linked to agricultural practices, lithium production, geothermal energy projects, and solar energy developments in the region. Historically, the Fish Lake Valley more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Center on Food and Equity, Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture expressing concerns over the proposed National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The letter, dated July 22, critiques the database for undermining fundamental privacy protections and eroding public trust in the essential food security program. In its communication, the Center, a coalition of anti-hunger advoc more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Central Nevada Regional Water Authority (CNRWA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the proposed rule to list the Fish Lake Valley Tui Chub as endangered. In its correspondence, the organization expressed concerns about data being used to support the proposal and emphasized the implications for local water management practices. The CNRWA, established in 2005, aims to help communities in central and eastern Nevada devel more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Save the Children has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education offering feedback on several proposed education priorities. The organization, which has worked with children and families in rural and under-resourced U.S. regions since 1932, underscored the importance of education in a child's development and future success. The organization, which reached over 800,000 children across 23 states last year, specifically addressed Proposed Priority  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- A quality coordinator from Children's Hospital Los Angeles has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing concern about a proposed rule that would limit state flexibility in funding Medicaid programs through provider assessments. The individual, who works with children and families relying on Medicaid (known as Medi-Cal in California), stated that the proposed rule, if finalized, could jeopardize supplemental payments more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Cityblock Health Inc., Brooklyn, New York, and Cityblock Medical Practice PA submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offering insights on improving the health technology ecosystem for dually eligible and Medicaid recipients. The organization, a value-based healthcare provider, focuses on the complex clinical, behavioral health, and social needs of these populations. The comment from the organization suggested that a formalized pat more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration expressing concerns regarding a proposed exception for commercial motor vehicles at railroad grade crossings. The proposal, outlined in a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), suggests that certain trucks and buses should not be required to stop at crossings equipped with active warning devices that are not activate more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has submitted a letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requesting an amendment to federal regulations regarding commercial vehicle inspection certification. The CVSA aims to update the reference in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Section 385.4(b)(2) to reflect the latest edition of its "Operational Policy 4: Inspector Training and Certification," which has undergone revisions as of September 12, 2024. As a non more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Complex Products Manufacturers Coalition (CPMCoalition) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requesting changes to the agency's Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) data reporting rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The coalition, comprised of companies that manufacture and distribute complex durable goods, seeks exemptions for various products and components due to supply chain complexi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Colorado Center on Law and Policy (CCLP) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), expressing strong opposition to the proposed System of Records Notice regarding the National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The organization, dedicated to advancing the rights of Coloradans, argues that the intended database of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) poses significant risks to the privacy of more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has received a public comment letter from the Nevada Department of Agriculture expressing concerns over the management of the Fish Lake Valley ecosystem. The letter underscores the need for heightened safeguards pertaining to the area's unique and endangered species, a key focus for conservation efforts. The comment letter emphasizes that the Fish Lake Valley is home to several species listed under the Endangered Species Act, highlightin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Consumer Reports (CR) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) condemning the agency's proposal to repeal water efficiency standards for automatic commercial ice makers. The organization asserts that this move would lead to increased utility costs for households and consumers while compromising the quality of products in this category. Founded in 1936, CR is an independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan organization focused on advocating for  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Copyright Alliance, a nonprofit organization representing creators and organizations in the United States, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Copyright Office. The organization provided reply comments in response to the agency's study of the Copyright Claims Board. The Copyright Alliance stated that most initial comments shared its views on what is working well with the CCB and what could be improved. The organization noted that many aspects of the complian more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In a detailed response submitted June 16, 2025, to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' Request for Information (CMS-0042-NC), technology firm CORMAC Corp., Leesburg, Virginia, outlined an expansive strategy aimed at transforming the health technology ecosystem for Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers. The company's proposals focus on broadening data accessibility, fostering interoperability, and leveraging AI-driven tools to accelerate innovation and reduce admi more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- CRISP Shared Services Inc., Columbia, Maryland, a nonprofit organization managing shared infrastructure for Health Information Exchanges and Health Data Utilities across several states and territories, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Department of Health and Human Services. The organization provided input on the Health Technology Ecosystem Request for Information (Docket No. CMS-0042-NC). CSS stated its belief that more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Deloitte Consulting LLP, Arlington, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Health and Human Services, specifically addressing the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. The organization offered recommendations to rapidly accelerate interoperability improvements in the health technology landscape, aiming to provide providers wit more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Deloitte Consulting LLP, Arlington, Virginia, and Thrive Global, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services responding to a Request for Information on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The organizations presented combined perspectives and recommendations for advancing digital health for the Medicare population and their caregivers. The joint submission underscored a compelling opportunity for the Centers for Medicare & M more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- DirectTrust submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the Request for Information on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The organization, which oversees a network that has exchanged more than 6.5 billion Direct Secure Messages, underscored its commitment to fostering public confidence in health technology and interoperable information exchange. The comment from the organization highlighted the need for establishing reliable more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Doyon Ltd., the largest private landowner in Alaska and one of the twelve established Native regional corporations under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior. This correspondence highlights urgent recommendations regarding regulatory reforms aimed at facilitating resource development while preserving environmental integrity. In their letter, Doyon expressed concerns about the complex regulato more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- eHealth Exchange, Vienna, Virginia, a non-profit organization focused on health information exchange, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offering insights on refining the national health data sharing strategy. The organization, which began as the NHIN in 2006, highlighted its extensive experience in implementing health information exchange at scale across the U.S. without government or private grants. The comment from the org more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Encompass Health, Birmingham, Alabama, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy addressing challenges and offering solutions for the health technology ecosystem. The company operates 167 freestanding rehabilitation hospitals across 38 states and Puerto Rico, serving a large Medicare beneficiary population. The comment from the organization identified obstacles preventing the wides more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Esmeralda Cattle Company LLC (ECC), Fish Lake Valley, Nevada, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) regarding the agency's proposal to list the Fish Lake Valley tui chub as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. The ranching company, which manages cattle in the region, voiced concerns about the potential impacts of this listing on their operations and local community. In their letter, ECC expressed their commitm more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Flatiron Health, New York, a company specializing in technology for cancer care, urged the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to adopt a flexible and incremental approach to health information technology regulations. In a public comment letter, the company cautioned that imposing multiple, non-discretionary requirements could impede innovation and pass unnecessary costs on to oncology practices. The health IT developer argued against redefining the federal certifica more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service addressing a proposed rule to revise Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) civil rights data collection methods. FRAC, a national nonprofit dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people facing poverty-related hunger, urged the USDA not to rescind regulations prohibiting visual observation for collecti more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Gainwell Technologies LLC submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services outlining its vision for a holistic health companion app to guide patients and caregivers through their healthcare journey. The organization emphasized the need for a proactive, hyper-personalized, and integrated digital health tool that remains consistent regardless of insurance coverage changes. The comment from the organization identified several key capabilities more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- GE Appliances, Louisville, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing deep concerns over the agency's proposal to eliminate energy conservation standards for compact clothes washers. The company argues that the proposal is fundamentally misguided and contradicts the administration's efforts to promote consumer choice and reduce regulatory burdens. The letter highlights that the compact clothes washer product class was estab more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- GE Appliances has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy concerning proposed changes to the energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers. The letter emphasizes the need for the agency to carefully consider the implications of potentially reverting water usage limits to outdated statutory standards. In the letter, GE Appliances outlines concerns regarding the measurement of water limits defined by the Water Factor (WF). The comp more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Global Justice Ecology Project Inc., Randolph, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service expressing strong opposition to the proposed deregulation of the Darling 54 genetically engineered American chestnut tree. In their letter, the organization emphasizes that this proposal represents an unprecedented ecological experiment that could fundamentally alter forest ecosystems across the east more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Greenheck Group has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy regarding the agency's proposed withdrawal of its determination of fans and blowers as covered equipment. In the letter, Greenheck expresses deep concerns about the potential fragmentation of regulations that could arise from such a move, which could negatively impact manufacturers and stakeholders in the industry. With over 75 years of experience, Greenheck contends that maintaining fe more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Greenway Health LLC, Tampa, Florida, an electronic health record software and services provider, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offering its perspectives on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The organization, a vendor to small to medium ambulatory provider practices, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and Rural Health Centers, emphasized the importance of representing these organizations in broader discussions. The commen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians, known as the Gun Lake Tribe, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) outlining serious concerns regarding the agency's plans to reissue and modify its nationwide permits (NWPs). In light of proposed rulemaking published in the Federal Register, the tribe emphasizes the need for enhanced consultation with Tribal Nations to protect historic properties effectively. The tribe's more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Health Innovation Alliance, a coalition supporting the use of data and technology in healthcare, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The organization offered recommendations to transform health information technology adoption and improve patient and provider experiences. HIA expressed that the administration has a chance to make a lasting impact on how patients intera more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- HealthEx, San Francisco, California, submitted a public comment letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and Assistant Secretary for Technology and Policy (ASTP) responding to the Request for Information on the Health Technology Ecosystem. The company's input highlighted its commitment to empowering individuals to securely access, manage, and share their health information. The comment from the company  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The HL7 Da Vinci Project submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. The organization emphasized the importance of accelerating the use of HL7 Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR)-based Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to advance interoperability, actionable data exchange, and transparency within more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Humana Inc., Louisville, Kentucky, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology addressing the Health Technology Ecosystem. The company, which serves millions of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, expressed broad support for efforts to improve data exchange and leverage technology to enhance patient outcomes and exper more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Hunger Free Colorado has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture opposing the proposed establishment of a National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The organization, which is dedicated to eradicating hunger and enhancing access to nutrition programs in Colorado, has voiced strong concerns regarding the implications the initiative could have on participant privacy and program integrity. The public commen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Hunger Solutions New York has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) expressing strong opposition to the proposed System of Records Notice for the National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The organization aims to alleviate hunger in New York and offers support to low-income residents in accessing vital nutrition assistance programs. In its comments, Hunger Solutions New York emphasized the impo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Colorado's Office of New Americans has publicly commented on the Interim Final Rule (IFR) regarding the imposition and collection of civil penalties for certain immigration-related violations, submitted to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The office contends that the rule's immediate implementation without the necessary notice and comment period contravenes the Administrative Procedures Act and adversely impacts Colorado's immigrant population. In its submiss more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Invenergy, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging regulatory reform to streamline energy infrastructure development while maintaining environmental protections. The organization emphasizes the importance of balancing economic growth and national security with responsible stewardship of public lands and resources. In the letter, Invenergy expresses appreciation for the Department's efforts to reduce regulatory more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Kansas Action for Children has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), expressing serious concerns about the proposed National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The letter, submitted in response to the System of Records Notice published in the Federal Register, highlights significant implications for the privacy of Kansas families seeking assistance. The nonprofit organization, which advocates for c more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Kyruus Health, Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services advocating for improvements in the health technology ecosystem. The organization emphasized the need for accurate, relevant information to be freely and securely available within workflows for all healthcare stakeholders. The comment from the organization highlighted that current care access challenges, such as lengthy wait times and a lack of transparen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Morrison Products Inc., Cleveland, Ohio, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) supporting the agency's recent proposal to withdraw the classification of fans and blowers as covered equipment under the Energy Conservation Program. This development follows a complex history of challenges regarding the energy efficiency regulations intended for these products. Morrison Products, a leading manufacturer of air-moving products, has express more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- NACCO Natural Resources Corporation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, advocating for significant regulatory reforms that impact coal mining operations in the United States. The letter highlights the challenges faced by NACCO's subsidiary, North American Coal, LLC, which operates surface coal mines across several states, including Mississippi, North Dakota, and Texas. In its letter, NACCO expresses concern over the increased time more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The North American Transit Alliance (NATA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, advocating for important policy recommendations aimed at reauthorizing the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. NATA, composed of six major private transit contracting firms, has highlighted the vital role that private contractors play in delivering public transit services, employing over 71,000 individuals across North America. In its letter, NATA more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), along with its member organizations and coalition partners, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) vigorously opposing the rescission and immediate implementation of the agency's 2024 update to its Business Combination Rule without a comment period. NCRC, a network of over 700 community-based organizations, works to create opportunities for all Americans and address  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management strongly urging the government to discard a proposed rule change that includes the establishment of Schedule PC. The organization, which represents 110,000 federal employees, argued that this employment classification scheme is rooted in dismantling the professional civil service and would open the executive branch to more corruption. The commen more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The National Indian Child Welfare Association has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, urging the agency to preserve critical regulations that protect Tribal sovereignty and Native children's welfare. The letter addresses concerns related to the Department's ongoing Request for Information concerning potential regulatory reforms. NICWA emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the 2016 Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) regulations, which pr more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation supporting the department's proposed rule to reinstate procedures and policy for guidance documents. The association stated its support for procedures governing the review, clearance, and issuance of guidance documents at 49 CFR part 5, subpart C. NSSGA noted that as the regulatory environment at the Department of Tran more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), advocating for the retention of its 2021 determination that fans and blowers should be classified as "covered equipment" under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The organization's letter responds to a proposed rule from DOE suggesting the withdrawal of that status, a move NEMA argues would undermine U.S. manufacturing and innovati more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development (DFD), which administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The DFD opposes FNS's proposed rule to rescind changes to civil rights data collection methods, which would revert to allowing visual observation for collecting racial and ethnic identity data. Federal rules re more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sidley Austin LLP, Chicago, Illinois, on behalf of a client in the U.S. data center industry, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers urging the agency to implement a dedicated Nationwide Permit (NWP) for the construction of data centers. This initiative aims to streamline the regulatory process associated with developing key infrastructure that supports the burgeoning U.S. data center industry. In its submission, the law firm emphasizes  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In a response submitted June 16, 2025, Newton, Massachusetts-based nonprofit PatientRightsAdvocate.org called on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to implement strong enforcement of healthcare price transparency and ensure full access to health records and pricing data for patients. The comments were submitted in response to CMS's Request for Information on the Health Technology Ecosystem (CMS-0042-NC). PRA, a nonpartisan patient advocacy group, emphasized that more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty (NMCLP) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding the proposed National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The comments, prompted by a System of Records Notice published on June 23, 2025, raise serious concerns about the potential implications of the new data system for low-income families in New Mexico and beyond. As a nonprofit organization ded more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Noblis Inc., Windsor Mill, Maryland, an independent nonprofit organization, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The organization offered its perspectives on advancing the health technology ecosystem to better serve patients and caregivers. Noblis emphasized that digital health-forward care navigation applications should make it simple for patients, caregivers, and clinici more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) expressing strong opposition to the proposed rescinding of water use standards for residential clothes washers. In response to a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding these appliances, NEEA argues that maintaining the current water efficiency standards is vital for consumer savings, innovation, and environmental sustainability. NEEA, a nonprofit o more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recommending the agency retain the current energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans. The organization's comments respond to DOE's Request for Information (RFI) regarding these standards. NEEA, a nonprofit supported by 140 regional utilities, focuses on market-based energy efficiency advancements. The organization stated that its three more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), Portland, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing strong opposition to a proposed rulemaking that would rescind energy conservation standards for battery chargers. The letter, dated July 15, 2025, warns of potential economic and environmental repercussions associated with removing these vital efficiency standards. NEEA, a nonprofit dedicated to improving energy efficiency ac more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing a proposal to rescind the amended water conservation standards for commercial clothes washers. NEEA is a nonprofit organization supported by 140 regional utilities focused on advancing energy-efficient products and practices that benefit over 14.5 million consumers across the Northwest. In its letter, NEEA expressed concerns that rolling ba more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Novelcare (SelectIQ), a software company connecting patients to clinical trials, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing the Health Technology Ecosystem Request for Information. The company highlighted that its service, which aims to improve patient care by linking them to relevant clinical trials, relies heavily on Bulk FHIR. The comment from the company explained that while Bulk FHIR is crucial for population-level da more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Michael P. Goodyear, an Associate Professor at New York Law School and Fellow at NYU School of Law's Engelberg Center on Innovation Law & Policy, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, urging caution regarding the OECD's Draft Voluntary Guidelines for Countering Illicit Trade in Counterfeit Goods on Online Marketplaces. The scholar, who specializes in trademark law, emphasized the need to consider the effectiveness of current U.S. la more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Ohio Department of Transportation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the Proposal to Reissue and Modify Nationwide Permits (NWP). As part of a broader initiative aimed at streamlining federal permit processes, ODOT's comments are aimed at ensuring that the changes adequately consider environmental impacts while minimizing regulatory burdens on applicants. In its commentary, ODOT emphasized the importance of extending th more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Open City Labs Inc., Ithaca, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, and the Department of Health and Human Services. The organization proposed that the National Directory of Healthcare Providers & Services could serve as a foundational "Data Exchange Operating System" to revolutionize healthcare interopera more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- In a comprehensive response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Pair Team has outlined a series of proposals aimed at enhancing technology integrations that empower Medicare beneficiaries. Neil Batlivala, CEO of Pair Team, emphasizes the need for a health technology ecosystem that effectively connects medical and non-medical care. "Our mission is to ensure that technology not only facilitates care but also addresses the social determinants of health af more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Parent Education for Exceptional Children has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education providing input on proposed priorities concerning evidence-based literacy, education choice, and returning education to the states. The organization, which offers tools for families in advocacy for accessibility in education and protects the civil rights of children and youth with disabilities, emphasized the importance of addressing the needs of all learners more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Partnership for Part D Access, a coalition of patient groups, advocacy organizations, and private sector members, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The organization urged the agency to update its Plan Finder tool to increase transparency around Medicare Part D drug coverage, particularly for the "six protected classes" (6PC) policy. The Partnership explained that Medicare's 6PC policy requires Part D plans to cover "a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Patients For Patient Safety US, Smyrna, Georgia, in a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, called for the development of health technology that allows patients to directly report safety events and helps prevent diagnostic errors. The patient-led network described diagnostic error as a massive "blind spot" in healthcare that harms millions of Americans each year. The organization stated that patients are currently excluded from reporting more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- PointClickCare, a technology vendor serving the long-term and post-acute care sector, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services addressing crucial areas within the health technology ecosystem to improve care for Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers. The organization emphasized the need for policies that align technology with the requirements of underserved care settings, particularly in the post-acute and long-term care sector. The more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), expressing its support for the proposed approval of the region's 2023 Maintenance Plan and Redesignation Request concerning the revoked 1-Hour Ozone Standard. The District's correspondence arrives as part of ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act (CAA) requirements, specifically for the 1979 federal standard. In t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Purdue University's Hardwood Tree Improvement and Regeneration Center (HTIRC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture expressing support for the deregulation and release of the Darling 54 (D54) transgenic American chestnut. The center has dedicated over two decades to developing a blight-resistant American chestnut suitable for reintroduction into the Central Hardwood Forest region. The HTIRC presented two years of growth and resistance more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- RCM Maritime LLC owner has submitted a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, advocating for the candidacy of Joshua Burton for membership on the department's Advisory Board. The company states that Burton is an accomplished maritime professional with a background in marine transportation, regulatory compliance, and vessel operations. The company conveyed that Burton's leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to advancing the maritime industry make him an more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Rural Vermont, Montpelier, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture expressing strong concerns regarding the proposed National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Information Database. The organization highlights potential risks to personal data privacy and the overall effectiveness of the SNAP program. In its letter, Rural Vermont addresses issues regarding the System of Records Notice published by the USDA, which outlines the sco more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Sierra Club has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy, urging the agency to withdraw proposed amendments and rescissions regarding energy and water conservation standards for external power supplies as detailed in notices published on May 16, 2025. The organization contends that these proposals will pose serious environmental and economic threats. In the letter, the Sierra Club emphasizes that the Department's proposed changes are unlawful an more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Society for Historical Archaeology (SHA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior providing recommendations on regulations that could be modified or repealed to ease burdens on the department's actions. The SHA, the largest scholarly group focused on the archaeology of the modern world, promotes research and the dissemination of knowledge concerning historical archaeology, particularly the identification, excavation, interpretation,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The John Bartram Arboretum has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS), advocating for the unrestricted release of the Darling 54 transgenic American chestnut. The proposal has garnered support for granting unregulated status to the genetically engineered tree, highlighting its potential in restoring a keystone species in American forests. The arboretum's letter endorses the efforts mad more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Tax Law Center at NYU Law submitted a public comment letter to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) expressing strong objections to the agency's Interim Final Rule regarding Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirement Revision, published on March 26, 2025. The public interest initiative, focused on improving tax system integrity, asserts that the revision largely eliminates statutory requirements for entities to report beneficial ownership infor more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Okanogan County Farm Bureau has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, calling for the termination of the Joint Record of Decision for the Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan in the North Cascades Ecosystem. The letter acknowledges the potential risks the reintroduction of grizzly bears poses to local agriculture, safety, and rural economies throughout the region. The grizzly bear reintroduction project has been in development since 2015,  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Wright Center for Community Health and The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advocating for improvements in health technology to better serve patients and clinicians. The organization, comprising Federally Qualified Health Centers and a Graduate Medical Education institution, emphasized the importance of technology that functions effectively in complex, high-volume primary  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- TMF Health Quality Institute, Austin, Texas, a nonprofit organization focused on healthcare quality improvement, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The organization provided input on improving the health technology ecosystem, emphasizing patient access to digital health tools and data interoperability. TMF Health Quality Institute asserted that patients and caregivers need access to health information electronically through  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Utah Farm Bureau Federation submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior, urging crucial regulatory reforms impacting Utah farmers and ranchers dependent on federal lands. Representing more than 36,000 member families, the organization expressed concerns over existing DOI regulations that significantly hinder agricultural operations and sustainability practices in the region. UFBF highlighted that the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Stai more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Vermont Commission on Women (VCW) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), expressing serious concerns regarding the proposed System of Records Notice for the National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database. The letter addresses the implications of the new database on privacy and program integrity, particularly for vulnerable populations relying on SNAP to meet their nutritional needs. In the le more ST

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Woodstock Institute, Chicago, Illinois, has expressed strong opposition to the interim final rule proposed by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) that suggests reversing reforms on bank merger reviews implemented in 2024. The organization argues that reinstating an expedited merger review process could jeopardize community interests and consumer protections. "Under different circumstances, we might be comfortable with a more selective and measured vers more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Workgroup for Electronic Data Interchange, a multi-stakeholder authority on health information technology, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The organization responded to the Health Technology Ecosystem Request for Information, issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy, Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. WEDI stated tha more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- The Zoological Association of America, Reston, Virginia, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior urging regulatory reform that aligns with responsible wildlife management and conservation practices. In their letter, ZAA emphasized the importance of streamlining regulations that impact both accredited zoological facilities and broader wildlife conservation efforts. ZAA, a non-profit organization comprising over 73 accredited institutions a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 23 -- Zus Health, Boston, Massachusetts, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy/National Coordinator for Health IT at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The organization provided insights on improving data quality, expanding the U.S. Core Data for Interoperability, modifying the electronic health record (EHR) certification process, and enhancing the Trusted Exchange Framew more ST