WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Air Line Pilots Association, International, McLean, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in support of the agency's proposed order designating information from the U.S. Aviation Safety Team (USAST) and the Aerospace National Safety Issue Registry (ANSIR) as protected from public disclosure. This move aims to bolster proactive safety management practices while maintaining confidentiality for sensitive operational d more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding FAA Docket No. FAA-2025-1193. The organization, which represents over 300,000 individuals operating a majority of the general aviation aircraft in the nation, advocates for the confidentiality of safety data managed by the U.S. Aviation Safety Team (USAST) and the Aerospace National Safety Issue Registry (ANSIR). AOPA expresses its sup more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Alliance for Expanding America's Workforce has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding proposed modifications to the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In this letter, the Alliance expressed strong opposition to the potential rescission of voluntary self-identification requirements and the 7% utilization goal for federal contractors to hire individuals with disabilities. The Alliance, which compr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Ambulance Association (AAA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's proposed payment policies under the Physician Fee Schedule for the upcoming year. Citing the importance of ambulance services in delivering essential health care, the organization is advocating for several critical updates to enhance funding and payment structures for ground ambulance services. In the letter, the AAA h more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Roseville, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing serious concerns about proposed changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and related policies for the upcoming calendar year 2026. The organization, representing numerous ophthalmologists, has highlighted that the suggested -2.5% efficiency adjustment and reductions to facil more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Federation of School Administrators has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education advocating for a comprehensive approach to artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings. AFSA expressed its support for the Department's proposed AI priorities aimed at improving AI literacy and understanding among students and educators. In its letter, AFSA highlighted the necessity of integrating AI into public education thoughtfully while m more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Film Institute Conservatory, Los Angeles, California, has expressed strong concerns regarding the proposed Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS) in a public comment letter to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). As a nonprofit dedicated to excellence in the arts, AFI emphasizes the need for transparency in higher education while highlighting the unintended burdens that the new requirements may impose. In its letter, AFI points more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Petroleum Institute (API) has filed a public comment letter with the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing strong support for the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) direct final rule (DFR) that seeks to extend the validity period for approved Applications for Permit to Drill (APD) from three years to four years. API's endorsement is based on two primary justifications: the statutory guidance provided by Congress in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) and more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Soybean Association, St. Louis, Missouri, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor advocating for the rescission of a previously established rule aimed at improving protections for temporary agricultural workers in the United States. The ASA, which represents nearly 500,000 soybean farmers across the nation, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share its views and outlined the adverse impacts of the existing rule on farmers'  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Rockville, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing its concerns regarding the proposed priorities and definitions related to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in education. ASHA emphasizes the need to consider the implications of AI tools within the context of speech-language pathology and audiology services. ASHA represents a robust network of 241,000 professiona more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Amgen Inc., Thousand Oaks, California, has submitted extensive comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Drug Price Negotiation Process for the Initial Price Applicability Year 2028 under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). In its public comment letter, Amgen expresses strong concerns over government price controls, which it argues threaten innovation in biopharmaceuticals at a crucial time when more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Association of California State Employees with Disabilities, Sacramento, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs expressing strong opposition to proposed modifications to regulations under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The nonprofit organization, which represents current and former California public servants with disabilities, raised concerns about the potential impact of th more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Avvio Medical, San Francisco, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) outlining critical concerns regarding the CY 2026 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) Proposed Rule 1834-P. The organization aims to address key elements affecting its novel Enhanced Lithotripsy System (ELS), which uses low-pressure ultrasound to treat ureteral stones through innovative techniques involving acoustically  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- AWM Associates LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) raising numerous concerns regarding a proposed exemption related to the Electronic Safety System (ESS) for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Michael Millard, the organization's President and Chief Safety Officer, expressed apprehension about the potential safety implications of the exemption request. In the letter, AWM Associates em more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The BlueRibbon Coalition, Boise, Idaho, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing concerns regarding the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and its impact on public lands used for recreational purposes. The OBBBA, enacted in July 2025, is a significant legislative effort that terminates major federal subsidies for renewable energy, namely the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credit, crucial for wind  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) in response to the Request for Information on advancing a surface transportation proposal. The organization, which plans for transportation across 97 municipalities and serves over three million residents, emphasized the importance of federal funding and support for enhanced local infrastructure planning. The letter hi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Bristol Myers Squibb, Princeton, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong concerns regarding the agency's proposed drug price negotiation policies under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for the Initial Price Applicability Year (IPAY) 2028. The company argues that these policies could severely impact clinical research and future innovations vital for patient care. In the letter, BMS asserts t more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) addressing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that seeks to repeal outdated workplace safety regulations while revising others within 49 CFR Part 214. The organization, which represents workers responsible for the inspection and maintenance of railroad tracks and bridges, emphasi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) expressing support for the agency's proposal to eliminate a requirement for scheduling the evaluation of railroad bridges. This proposed change pertains to the amendment of 49 CFR Part 237, specifically targeting the removal of a transitional compliance mechanism that has been in place for nearly fifteen years. The BMWED endorses the F more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regarding the proposed revision of the definition of "non-traversable curb" under 49 CFR Part 222. The organization supports the rulemaking's intention to align safety definitions with updated guidance from the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHT more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Calbright College, Sacramento, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing strong support for a proposed rule that emphasizes the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and methods within future education grant programs. The proposed initiative aims to enhance learning outcomes, improve administrative efficiency, and expand access to quality education for working-age Californians, according to the institution. more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Cargo Airline Association (CAA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expressing strong support for the proposed order that would designate information from the U.S. Aviation Safety Team (USAST) and the Aerospace National Safety Issue Registry (ANSIR) as protected from public disclosure. As a leading voice in the U.S. air cargo industry, CAA represents all-cargo and express airlines dedicated to maintaining the safety and ef more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Centro de los Derechos del Migrante, Mexico, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in strong opposition to the proposed rescission of the 2024 Rule aimed at improving protections for workers in temporary agricultural employment. The organization argues that rolling back these essential protections will adversely affect not only immigrant and migrant workers but also U.S. workers employed in corresponding jobs. CDM has been active in advocat more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Civic Empowerment Coalition, UFW Foundation, Los Angeles, California, and United Farm Workers, Keene, California, has submitted a public comment letter in strong opposition to the U.S. Department of Labor's proposal to rescind the 2024 Farmworker Protection Rule. This rule, finalized on April 29, 2024, established essential protections for agricultural workers, addressing issues such as retaliation, wage theft, and document confiscation. The organizations have raised  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education emphasizing the importance of human-centered skills as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into educational settings. The organization applauded the Department's leadership in recognizing the role AI can play in enhancing educational outcomes, while also cautioning against potential negative impacts on more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers, Odell, Oregon, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) advocating for significant changes to the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program. The growers emphasize that without access to H-2A workers, many members face chronic labor shortages hampering their capacity to harvest crops and stay viable in the farming community. Labor costs account for 65 to 70 percent of the total expenses incurred by these growers more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, Berkeley, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs opposing proposed modifications to the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The letter emphasizes the critical importance of the existing regulations that mandate affirmative action by federal contractors in hiring and advancing qualified individuals with disabilities. DREDF,  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Dominican University of California, San Rafael, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) voicing its concerns regarding the proposed Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS). The San Rafael-based institution, which serves a diverse student body of nearly 1,823 undergraduate and graduate students, seeks to address the burdensome implications of the new reporting requirements on smaller institutions. The univ more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Ecker Dermatology PA owner Phil Ecker has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concern over proposed modifications to the Calendar Year 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule related to skin substitute therapies. The letter emphasizes the critical role these therapies play in ensuring effective wound care for patients, particularly elderly individuals who are at a heightened risk for wound healing complications. The wr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association, Maitland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing strong support for the agency's proposed rule to rescind the previous Final Rule on the protections for workers in temporary agricultural employment. The FFVA, which represents a majority of Florida's fruit and vegetable producers, argued that the prior regulations imposed excessive burdens on growers while failing to significantly enhance w more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Florida Strawberry Growers Association, Plant City, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the proposed rescission of the 2024 Final Rule: Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States. The organization, which has represented the interests of Florida's strawberry growers since its inception in 1982, expresses strong approval of the current administration's decision to revoke previous reg more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Forest County Potawatomi Community (FCPC), Milwaukee, Wisconsin, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior concerning the agency's Regulatory Reform Request for Information (RFI). The tribe emphasized the need for the department to recognize its trust responsibilities to tribal nations while developing new regulatory processes in light of Executive Order 141541. FCPC expressed concern that any regulatory easing should not occur at the ex more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Greater Washington Partnership has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) advocating for critical investments in the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization. The organization underscores the importance of these investments for regional economic growth, efficiency, and mobility. As a nonprofit alliance representing employers across Maryland, Virginia, and D.C., the Partnership is focused on enhancing the area's eco more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- HealthQuest Therapy, Magnolia, Arkansas, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing serious concerns over the proposed CY 2026 Physician Fee Schedule. The letter highlights the potential detrimental effects of reweighting Work and Practice Expense Resource Value Units (RVUs), which the organization argues could adversely impact the capacity of therapy providers to meet community needs. The concerns come at a time when  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Hispanic Federation, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expressing strong opposition to proposed changes to the H-2A guest worker program, which governs temporary agricultural employment in the United States. The organization warns that the revisions could negatively impact working conditions for both H-2A and domestic workers while potentially decreasing economic output in the agricultural sector. In their comments,  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has formally requested that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) withdraw its proposed rule to amend regulations on locomotive wheel set diameter variations. In a public comment letter, the IAM Union argues that increasing the allowable diameter variation risks compromising railroad safety. The IAM Union's letter critiques the FRA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regard more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The International Fresh Produce Association is expressing strong support for the U.S. Department of Labor's proposed rescission of the final rule titled "Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States," which was enacted in 2024. The association argues that the rule imposed numerous legal and operational challenges for agricultural employers, particularly those utilizing the H-2A visa program. IFPA, representing the fresh produ more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Latino Community Fund Georgia, Decatur, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule that aims to rescind vital protections for H-2A workers established in the Final Rule published on April 29, 2024. LCF Georgia emphasizes that these protections are critical for the well-being of farmworkers, who are the backbone of the agricultural sector. LCF Georgia, a dedicated organization that provide more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Legacy Health General Thoracic Surgery Section Chair Duy C. Nguyen submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to establish appropriate billing mechanisms for intraoperative cryoablation therapy, a non-opioid pain management technique, in the CY 2026 proposed rules. The letter states that the surgeon regularly encounters patients who would benefit from non-opioid alternatives, including those with existing opioid use more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Legal Aid of Sonoma County Executive Director Sunny Noh submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education opposing proposed changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The letter argues that the amendments would undermine the program's effectiveness and harm nonprofits and the communities they serve. According to the letter, LASC is the only full-service civil legal services provider dedicated to Sonoma County, a vast area with a hig more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Littler Mendelson PC, Minneapolis, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) regarding proposed modifications to the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The law firm, which is known for its wide-ranging client base that includes numerous government contractors, emphasizes the implications of these proposals on compliance with disability employ more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) expressing strong opposition to proposed changes in payment adjustments and regulations affecting hospitals. The MHC argues that the proposed adjustments, including significant increases to the 340B remedy payment adjustment, would place undue financial pressure on healthcare facilities throughout Mississippi. In its letter dated August 27,  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) outlining key recommendations for the upcoming reauthorization of the surface transportation bill. The MTA aims to ensure the continued improvement and efficiency of transportation infrastructure across the nation. In its letter, the MTA emphasized the importance of direct appropriations for the State of Good Repair Formula Progra more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The National Air Carrier Association, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging for the designation of safety and security information related to U.S. Aviation Safety Teams (USAST) and the Aerospace National Registry (ANSIR) as protected from public disclosure. This advocacy comes in response to the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Notice of Proposed Order on the matter. In its correspondence, NACA em more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The National Education Association (NEA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education responding to proposed priorities and definitions on advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. Representing over three million members, the NEA emphasizes the need for responsible integration of AI technologies in K-12 and higher education. The NEA commends the Department's recognition of AI's growing influence in education but stresses that the te more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The National Health Council (NHC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the agency's Drug Price Negotiation for the Initial Price Applicability Year 2028 under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). In its letter, the NHC emphasized the importance of transparency, consistency, and a patient-centered approach in the data collection process related to drug pricing negotiations. As an organization that has been advo more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The National Mining Association has submitted a public comment letter addressing proposed changes by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regarding the training and retraining of miners. The letter emphasizes the need for clear and consistent regulations, arguing that the current broad discretion granted to district managers creates regulatory uncertainty for mining operators. The NMA supports the intent of MSHA's proposal to limit district managers' ability t more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- National Nurses United, Silver Spring, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in strong opposition to the proposed rule aimed at rescinding the regulations implementing Executive Order 11246. This order imposes non-discrimination and affirmative action obligations on federal contractors, which NNU firmly defends as crucial for ensuring equal employment opportunities. The organization denounces the proposed rescission as an unlawful more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies, Trenton, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for several critical changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) for Calendar Year 2026. NJAMHAA represents 144 organizations across the state, serving over 500,000 individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders annually. In the letter, NJAMHAA commended CMS for previous ad more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation Inc., Raleigh, North Carolina, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor advocating for the rescission of parts of the 2024 Worker Protection Rule. This rule, aimed at improving conditions for workers in temporary agricultural employment, has been criticized by the NCFB for what it views as excessive and misguided provisions. According to NCFB, which represents the interests of around 31,000 farmers in  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Northwest Horticultural Council, Yakima, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing its firm support for the proposed rescission of rules that enhance protections for temporary agricultural workers. This response addresses the DOL's July 2, 2025 publication regarding the rescission of the "Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment" final rule, which the NHC argues imposes burdensome requirem more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health, Delmont, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services addressing concerns over the proposed changes outlined in CMS-1832-P. The letter highlights critical issues regarding Medicare payment for dental services and their integration into overall healthcare strategies. In its letter, PCOH emphasizes the importance of including preventive oral health care within Medicare's framework. The  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) calling for significant changes to the data submission process associated with the drug price negotiation under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The organization expressed concern over the administrative burdens imposed by the Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Initial Price Applicability Year 2028, asserting  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The PRE-Hospital Stroke Treatment Organization, Roseville, Minnesota, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) urging changes in reimbursement policies for mobile stroke units (MSUs). These specialized emergency vehicles are designed to provide timely treatment for stroke victims, significantly improving patient outcomes while potentially reducing long-term healthcare costs. Founded in 2016, PRESTO is an international con more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- STRATA Skin Sciences, Horsham, Pennsylvania, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) urging necessary revisions to the proposed Calendar Year 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. The company, which manufactures the XTRAC 308 nm excimer laser, has expressed concerns that despite its FDA clearance and established clinical efficacy, excimer laser therapy faces inadequate compensation under the current fee schedule, particul more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- TerSera Therapeutics LLC, Deerfield, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing strong concerns about a proposed rule that could drastically affect Medicare Part B reimbursement for certain medications. The proposed revisions, outlined in the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems Proposed Rule, have been interpreted by TerSera as inconsistent with existing law more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Trout Unlimited, Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing serious concerns regarding proposed revisions to the Bureau of Land Management's regulations on the approval of operations for applications for permits to drill. The conservation organization, which boasts over 350,000 members across the country, calls for a re-evaluation of the potential impact these regulations could have on native and wild trout  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The U.S. Apple Association, McLean, Virginia, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor urging the rescission of a proposed labor rule that it claims would impose excessive burdens on agricultural employers. The letter addresses the proposed rescission of the 2024 Final Rule titled "Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States," which has generated significant concern among apple growers. USApple empha more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The United Mine Workers of America, Triangle, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule that would eliminate the authority of District Managers to require additional provisions in mine training programs. The proposal has sparked significant concern among industry advocates who believe it undermines miner safety and health protections. In its comment letter, the UMWA ass more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The United Mine Workers of America, Triangle, Virginia, has expressed strong objections to a proposed rule by the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration aimed at revising mine roof control plans. This public comment letter submitted to the agency highlights the union's concerns regarding the removal of authority granted to District Managers for requiring additional safety provisions. UMWA argues that the agency's claim of a lack of statutory authority to maintain thes more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Professor Yiannis S. Chatzizisis submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns about a proposed payment reduction for Fractional Flow Reserve derived from Computed Tomography (FFRct), a diagnostic tool used to assess coronary artery disease. According to the letter, physicians rely on FFRct to improve diagnosis, guide treatment, and ensure patients receive evidence-based  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Professor of Radiology Teresa Chapman submitted a public comment letter submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to reevaluate the payment structure for an advanced imaging technique known as BoneMRI. The request pertains specifically to HCPCS code G0566, which involves the generation of synthetic CT from MRI data for bone imaging. Currently assigned to Ambulatory Paymen more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Western Growers, Irvine, California, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing strong support for the proposed rescission of the 2024 Final Rule on agricultural workers' protections. The agricultural trade association, based in Irvine, California, represents farmers across several states and highlights the broad implications of the rule on the agricultural sector. The organization has previously voiced opposition to several componen more ST