WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- A coalition of six national Catholic healthcare and pastoral ministry organizations submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to reinstate critical safety protocols for telemedicine chemical abortions. The letter expresses strong support for a position paper from the Catholic Medical Association (CMA) that details ethical and clinical concerns regarding mifepristone. The groups state that the FDA has an ethical oblig more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- AIDS United has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), opposing the department's recent reinterpretation of "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization warns that this change could severely impact healthcare access for immigrants, especially those living with HIV, thereby undermining efforts to end the HIV epidemic in the United St more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Alcohol Justice, San Rafael, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) advocating for improved labeling standards for alcoholic beverages. The organization emphasizes that current labeling requirements fail to inform consumers adequately about the contents of alcoholic products, despite the significant health risks associated with alcohol consumption. In their correspondence, Alcohol Justice highlights that alc more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- America's Credit Unions has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) advocating for heightened oversight of the agency's travel-related spending. The organization, which represents the interests of over 142 million members served by credit unions across the nation, emphasized the necessity for the NCUA to be a responsible steward of the financial resources that belong to its members. In the letter responding to a request for com more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The American Cement Association and National Ready Mixed Concrete Association, Alexandria, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) emphasizing the necessity of enhancing the national freight network for the efficient movement of cement and ready mixed concrete. Both organizations highlighted that a well-functioning freight system is vital for delivering these essential materials crucial for various infrastructure projects  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advocating for the cessation of certain data collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The organization, representing more than 15,000 long-term and post-acute care facilities, emphasized that current reporting measures for NHSN respiratory data are no longer essential in the post-pan more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The American Waterways Operators, Arlington, Virginia, recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) emphasizing the critical role of the maritime industry in the update of the National Freight Strategic Plan (NFSP) for 2025. AWO represents the tugboat, towboat, and barge sectors, which collectively form the largest segment of the nation's domestic maritime fleet, responsible for transporting 665 million tons of cargo annually.  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Appalachian Voices, Boone, North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) addressing concerns over the agency's proposed repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units. The letter, which garnered support from 2,360 individuals, underscores the potential health risks associated with the repeal and urges the EPA to uphold existing regulations. The comment letter emphasizes that more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Breakthrough Institute (BTI), Berkeley, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) supporting the recommendation to issue a Construction Permit (CP) for the Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1. BTI, an independent 501(c)(3) global research center focused on nuclear energy regulation and safety, advocates for the continued use of nuclear energy as a solution to energy needs while reducing environmental impacts. In the letter, more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Callen-Lorde Community Health Center has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), addressing proposed changes to the interpretation of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization contends that the agency's new approach would negatively impact millions of immigrants and their families by restricting access to crucial health and safety-net programs, while also impos more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Celebrating Life Community Health Center (CLCHC), Mission Viejo, California, has voiced strong opposition to a recent proposal from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that would classify the Health Center Program as a "Federal Public Benefit." The community health center, which serves nearly 18,000 patients across ten locations, argues that this designation contradicts legal statutes and could jeopardize public health initiatives aimed at providing  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Children's Defense Fund (CDF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing strong opposition to recent changes in the interpretation of what constitutes a "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). This new guideline, which adds key health and social programs to the list of public benefits restricted to certain immigrant statuses, poses a seri more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Children's Rights, New York, has expressed strong opposition to a recent policy change by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding the definition of a "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). In a public comment letter, the organization urges HHS to retract the alterations made in July 2025 that limits access to vital services for immigrant families. According to Children's more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Circum-Pacific Council for Energy and Mineral Resources (CPC) has issued a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management advocating for the exploration and development of critical minerals in the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) off the coast of American Samoa. In their correspondence, the organization emphasized the necessity of collaboration between the federal agency and local stakeholders to expedite mineral evaluation, thus ensuring economic benefits more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- ConnextCare, a Federally Qualified Health Center operating in Upstate New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the agency's revised interpretation of federal public benefits under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization emphasizes that the new policy presents significant challenges for health care access within their community. The health cen more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The American Conservative Union Foundation dba Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation, Alexandria, Virginia, recently submitted a public comment letter to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) advocating for reforms aimed at reducing regulatory burdens. The organization, which is a non-profit, non-partisan research foundation, asserts that the current regulatory framework of the CPSC is fraught with inefficiencies and speculative concerns that detract f more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Coast Guard regarding its Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Advanced Notice of Vessel Arrival. In its correspondence, CLIA emphasized the importance of streamlined processes and global alignment in maritime transport regulations. As the largest cruise industry trade association, CLIA serves a critical role in representing the interests of a diverse community of o more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- D.R. Horton Inc., Arlington, Texas, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development urging them to reconsider a final determination that mandates tougher energy efficiency standards for federally financed housing. The company argues that many of the economic assumptions behind the mandate are now outdated and the requirements will harm housing affordability. The letter states that the homebuilder supports energy efficiency but more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The National Parks Conservation Association has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Highway Administration highlighting the overwhelming demand for funding through the Wildlife Crossing Pilot Program (WCPP). The association noted that in the program's initial two funding rounds for 2022-2023 and 2024-2025, grant requests reached four times the available budget, underscoring a critical need for federal support to prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions. According to  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Page Fura PC on behalf of Detroit Diesel Corp., Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) urging the agency to renew the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits for South Africa. The letter, dated July 29, 2025, highlights the vital role that AGOA plays in fostering economic growth and promoting democratic ideals in sub-Saharan Africa. As AGOA approaches its expiration on September 30, 2025, D more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Department of Defense U.S. Transportation Command is urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to consider critical recommendations for the National Freight Strategic Plan 2025 in a recent public comment letter. Highlighting the importance of military mobility and national security, the letter presents suggestions aimed at enhancing the nation's freight infrastructure to better support military operations. U.S. Transportation Command, which serves as the primary co more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Douglas County Global Warming Coalition, Roseburg, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing strong objections to the interim final rule revising National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) procedures. This rule, published on July 3, 2025, has drawn criticism due to its potential implications for environmental transparency and public involvement in transportation infrastructure projects. The coalition contends that  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Drexel University Occupational Therapy Department, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the inclusion of occupational therapy (OT) in the regulatory definition of "professional degree program." This recommendation is part of the ongoing negotiated rulemaking process concerning the financial aid provisions in Public Law 119-21, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The letter emphasizes the impor more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- EEO Consulting LLC, St. Louis, Missouri, has issued a public comment letter opposing proposed changes to Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act urging federal regulators to maintain current affirmative action measures that promote employment for individuals with disabilities. The organization, led by an experienced consultant with over four decades in affirmative action compliance, highlights how recent updates introduced in 2014 have led to substantial improvements in hiri more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Louinn Lota, a member of the Entertainment Industries Federal Credit Union, Elizabeth, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration expressing opposition to the credit union's proposed merger with Affinity Federal Credit Union. The member's letter cites concerns about the financial stability of Affinity and its high concentration of home mortgages. The member's comments point to a C-"Fair" rating from Weiss Ratings for Affi more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- In a letter addressed to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, an organization has expressed strong support for gender-affirming care (GAC) based on documented personal experiences with a family member undergoing treatment. The detailed account emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and the therapeutic benefits observed during the process. The letter outlines the struggles faced by a thirteen-year-old who began exhibiting increasing signs of stress and dis more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Fragrance Creators Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urging for regulatory reforms that would alleviate burdens on the fragrance industry thereby fostering innovation and operational efficiency. The association asserts that certain federal regulations pertaining to the Hazard Communication of Mixtures hinder product development and inflate compliance costs, making it difficult f more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Gallatin Wildlife Association, Bozeman, Montana, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging the agency to prioritize wildlife connectivity in the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization bill. With the current authorization for federal surface transportation programs set to expire on September 30, 2026, the organization stressed the importance of incorporating public perspectives into future programs, particularly relat more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Graham County Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic in Hill City Township, Kansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) urging the agency to maintain the existing structure of the 340B program, which provides critical discounts on outpatient drugs to healthcare facilities serving vulnerable populations. The hospital appeals to HRSA, emphasizing the importance of the current framework that  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Greater Prince William Community Health Center (GPW Health Center), Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) voicing strong opposition to a proposed change in the interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). This revision, published in the Federal Register on July 14, 2025, could have dire implications for community  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Jericho Road Community Health Center has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing deep concerns regarding the revised interpretation of the Federal Public Benefit under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The health center, located in Buffalo, New York, highlights its vital role in serving a diverse patient population, including vulnerabilities tied to immigration status, more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- HealthHIV, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing effective care for HIV, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing strong opposition to a recent reinterpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization warns that these changes could have detr more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- HealthRIGHT 360, San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services opposing the proposed designation of the Health Center Program as a "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization argues that this designation could undermine the public health mission and the critical role of community health centers (CHCs) in providing  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Huntsman International LLC, The Woodlands, Texas, has provided oral comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the draft risk evaluation for dibutyl phthalate. The company argues that the agency's evaluation incorrectly characterizes its use of the chemical and overstates the risks from occupational exposure at its facilities. Huntsman's comments explain that it uses DBP as a recovery solvent in a closed, proprietary system for manufacturing maleic anh more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Hyde Park Historical Society (HPHS), Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concerning the ongoing evaluations related to the Lower Neponset River Superfund Site. This letter commended the efforts of the agency and emphasized the importance of addressing environmental contamination stemming from the site's industrial history. In its correspondence, HPHS expressed gratitude for the work undertaken by the project more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Indiana Council of Community Mental Health Centers (ICCMHC) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing serious concerns over the agency's recent reinterpretation of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) as it applies to Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs). The reinterpretation represents a significant shift in policy direction that the organization believes could jeo more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) has submitted a public comment letter to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urging the agency to reconsider its regulatory approaches to avoid impeding innovation while ensuring public safety. As the principal advocate for the technology sector, ITI represents a broad spectrum of its most innovative companies and believes current regulatory frameworks can unnecessarily hinder trade and economic efficiency. In it more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Innercare, El Centro, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing strong opposition to the agency's recent proposal that would classify the Health Center Program as a "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization argues that this designation contradicts both federal law and the public health mission of community  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Institute of Student Loan Advisors President Betsy Mayotte has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging immediate reforms to federal student loan policies. The letter, penned by TISLA's President, outlines several critical changes to better support borrowers who have been adversely affected by the current regulatory landscape. The letter highlights ongoing turmoil within the federal student loan system, which has left borrowers grap more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- International Community Health Services (ICHS), Seattle, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing serious concerns regarding conflicts and ambiguities created by a recent Federal Register Notice. The organization is particularly focused on how the interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) could adversely a more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Isaiah Engineering Inc., Mobile, Alabama, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Defense outlining concerns about the accelerating decline of small business participation in the defense industrial base. The company states that this trend, which has led to a major decrease in the number of small business prime contractors, threatens the innovation, resilience and competitiveness of the nation's security apparatus. According to the company, the numb more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Johnson & Wales University Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program, Providence, Rhode Island, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education addressing the impending negotiated rulemaking concerning student financial aid provisions under Public Law 119-21, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The university's entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate program urges the agency to recognize occupational therapy as a professional degree program i more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The KYOVA Interstate Planning Commission, Huntington, West Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) advocating for more robust involvement of local agencies in federal transportation decision-making. The commission oversees transportation planning for a region that encompasses parts of West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio, serving over 200,000 residents. In their communication, the KYOVA Interstate Planning Commission e more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Leading Builders of America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development urging the agency to repeal a determination that mandates stricter energy efficiency standards. The association argues that the determination will have a dramatic negative effect on the affordability and availability of housing, particularly for first-time and low-income buyers. The LBA letter contends that the added costs of energy-efficient features  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The Maine People's Alliance has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), expressing serious concern over a notice regarding the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) and its interpretation of "federal public benefit." The organization, which is the largest community action group in the state, represents over 32,000 members and emphasizes that the notice will severely affect Head  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA), Lansing, has issued a public comment letter to the Department of Health and Human Services addressing critical concerns regarding the interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The letter underscores the potential impacts of redefining community health programs and the detrimental effects such changes could have on their operations. MPC more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Misericordia University Occupational Therapy Department, Dallas, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to recognize occupational therapy programs as professional degree programs under the upcoming regulations connected to Public Law 119-21, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This request comes amid growing concerns over a workforce shortage in the occupational therapy field, which has seen a sign more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Mothering Justice, Detroit, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), urging the agency to withdraw proposed changes regarding the interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization argues that the new interpretation presents a dangerous departure from established practices and could severely impact early chil more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing deep concern over proposed revisions to the interpretation of "Federal public benefit" within the context of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. The letter highlights the potential implications of reclassifying Head Start as a public benefit for the first time an more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The National Association of Community Health Centers, Bethesda, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing its concerns over proposed interpretations of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) and how these changes could impact federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). NACHC's letter stresses the need to preserve the existing exemption for nonprofit charitable more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The National Education Association (NEA) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), expressing strong opposition to the agency's recent reinterpretation of what constitutes a "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). This new interpretation poses significant risks to the accessibility of Head Start programs, which serve low-income children and famil more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Neighborhood Healthcare, Escondido, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing strong opposition to the proposal to classify the Health Center Program as a "Federal Public Benefit." The organization argues that this designation contradicts existing laws and could severely undermine public health and access to care across communities. In its letter, Neighborhood Healthcare outlines the detrimental  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Neponset River Watershed Association (NepRWA), Canton, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing gratitude for the completion of the Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis (EE/CA) regarding the Lower Neponset River Superfund Site. This milestone is particularly significant for the community as notification of the cleanup plan sets the stage for restoring the contaminated river section, known for  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- New Jersey Policy Perspective (NJPP), Trenton, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) opposing proposed regulations that would classify various assistance programs as "federal public benefits." The organization argues that these changes would undermine access to essential services that are vital for healthy communities, particularly for underserved populations. In its communication, NJPP emphasizes the potential neg more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Northern Light Health, Brewer, Maine, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing deep concerns regarding recent proposals related to the Medicare and Medicaid Programs. The proposals include the acceleration of a clawback of funds and a new drug acquisition cost survey that the organization argues could place undue burdens on hospitals. In the letter, Northern Light Health outlines its opposition to CMS's plan to more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Oklahoma Primary Care Association (OKPCA) is making a strong case to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the interpretation of "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). In a recent public comment letter, the organization emphasized the critical role of Community Health Centers (CHCs) in providing affordable and comprehensive healthcare, especially to vulnerable populations more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Oregon Health Authority, Salem, Oregon, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing deep concerns regarding the recent reinterpretation of the term "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The OHA asserts that this reinterpretation will severely impact Medicaid programs, reproductive health services, and behavioral health initiatives a more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Orpheus Ocean Inc., New Bedford, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding potential mineral leasing activities on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) offshore American Samoa. The company, which specializes in deep-sea exploration technologies, emphasizes the importance of incorporating its advanced autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) in future leasing processes to promote safe and responsible mineral dev more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Alexandria, Virginia, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) emphasizing the need for improved data integrity and transparency in agency operations. The letter highlights OPEI's longstanding commitment to consumer safety and its role as a representative body for manufacturers and suppliers within the outdoor power equipment industry. In the letter, OPEI expresses appreciation for the  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Ozarks Area Community Action Corp., Springfield, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing deep concerns regarding the agency's new interpretation of the "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The organization, which operates Head Start services across several counties in southwest Missouri, argues that the reinterpretatio more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Partnership to Improve Patient Care has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) addressing concerns regarding the Information Collection Request for IPAY 2028. The organization represents a coalition of over 100 groups advocating for patients, people with disabilities, and older adults, urging the agency to reconsider its approach towards data usage that they argue undermines the value of lives with disabilities and chron more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for substantial reforms in the reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA). The organization, which boasts nearly one million supporters worldwide, emphasized the need for innovations in the drug review process to enhance safety and efficiency. In their remarks, the Physicians Committee outlined key recommendations for t more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Pregnancy Justice, New York, has voiced strong opposition to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) proposed expansion of the definition of "federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). The organization argues that this shift will have detrimental effects on maternal and infant health amid a significant maternal health crisis in the United States, particularly impacting immigrant families' acce more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Rhode Island State Rep. Rebecca Kislak has expressed her opposition to a public comment letter submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services challenging the department's newly posted interpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). Kislak argues that this interpretation could have harmful effects on her constituents who depend on various critical services, including health more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Red Cat Holdings, San Juan, Puerto Rico, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security. The company's comments support the administration's investigation into the national security impacts of drone imports and outline threats posed by foreign manufacturers, particularly from China. The company, which owns subsidiaries Teal Drones and Flightwave Aerospace, states that the domestic drone market is dominated by impor more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Sierra Club has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy urging the agency to maintain the integrity of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The letter is accompanied by a substantial collection of 1,631 comments gathered from individuals who share concerns about proposed changes that would reduce public input and oversight in federal project decisions. Many commenters emphasized that NEPA is a crucial tool for ensuring that federal  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The South Carolina Primary Health Care Association (SCPHCA), Columbia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing strong concerns regarding proposed changes to federal eligibility verification requirements rooted in the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The SCPHCA emphasizes the obligation to support the state's 25 community health centers (CHCs), which serve over 450, more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Tennessee Primary Care Association (TPCA), Nashville, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing the implications of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) on nonprofit charitable organizations. TPCA underscores the vital role that community health centers (CHCs) play in providing accessible medical care to underserved populations, caring for over 433,000 patients in Te more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Texas Christian University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program, Fort Worth, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education advocating for the recognition of occupational therapy as a professional degree program in the upcoming negotiated rulemaking process related to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The program emphasizes the importance of occupational therapy education and its critical role in addressing workforce shortages in the healthcare s more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The United Motorcoach Association (UMA), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) expressing concerns regarding proposed amendments to regulations for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) at railroad highway-grade crossings. The letter addresses the agency's Notice of Public Rulemaking, Docket ID: FMCSA-2021-0050, which seeks to alter existing protocols for CMV operations near rail crossings. Curren more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The United States Pharmacopeia (USP), Rockville, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) addressing the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments IV (GDUFA IV) program. USP, a private, scientific, non-profit organization, emphasizes its mission to enhance global health through quality standards that ensure the safety and efficacy of medicines and foods. In its letter, USP expresses strong support for the GDUFA program, citing its c more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate program has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to recognize occupational therapy as a professional degree program. This recognition is deemed crucial for the implementation of financial aid provisions outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, officially known as Public Law 119-21. The letter details the importance of the Entry-Level Occupat more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison Occupational Therapy Program has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to recognize occupational therapy graduate programs as "professional degree programs." This change is associated with the implementation of student financial aid provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as Public Law 119-21. In their correspondence, the program highlighted its long-standing commitment  more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Variety Care, Oklahoma, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) addressing concerns related to the interpretation of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining the existing exemptions for nonprofit organizations within the healthcare system, particularly in relation to eligibility verification for federal benefits. With a stron more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Venice Family Clinic, California, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding a recent proposal to classify the Health Center Program as a "Federal Public Benefit." The clinic strongly opposes this designation, arguing that it contradicts existing laws and undermines the essential function of community health centers, particularly in maintaining equitable healthcare access. In the letter, the organization highlights the more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Ventana Medical Systems Inc., Tucson, Arizona, (VMSI) has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its proposed order to reclassify in situ hybridization (ISH) test systems for use with approved oncology therapeutic products from Class III to Class II. The reclassification affects several product codes associated with oncology diagnostics, which are crucial in the assessment and treatment of cancer patients. VMSI has outlined i more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Voices for Utah Children, Salt Lake City, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) voicing strong opposition to the redesignation of what constitutes a "Federal public benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996. The organization asserts that this reinterpretation will have negative impacts on millions of immigrants and their families, potentially restricting their a more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Washington Association for Community Health, Olympia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services expressing strong concerns about the agency's recent reinterpretation of "Federal Public Benefit" under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. The organization, representing 28 community health centers across over 430 clinics in Washington state, argues that the revised interpretation threa more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- The Wisconsin Head Start Association, Madison, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing concerns regarding a reinterpretation of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). This reinterpretation categorizes Head Start as a federal public benefit, a shift that the organization warns could severely hinder its ability to serve low-income families in Wisconsin. In the l more ST

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- ZERO TO THREE, a national organization dedicated to the healthy development of infants and toddlers, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) expressing their alarm over the implications of its recent notice titled "Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA); Interpretation of 'Federal Public Benefit'." The organization argues that the reinterpretation could severely undermine the  more ST