WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Twenty-five farmworker and social justice advocacy organizations have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor opposing the proposed rescission of the 2024 Farmworker Protection Rule. Finalized in April 2024, the rule addresses serious issues in the H-2A program, which has been linked to long-standing systemic abuses of agricultural workers. In their letter, the organizations highlighted the need for these protections, pointing to a history of lab more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Six Democratic Women's Caucus members submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing deep concern about three proposed rules that the group claims will undermine women's economic mobility. The caucus argues that the proposals are an attack on women's economic security, stating that they would eliminate anti-discrimination policies, roll back fair compensation for care workers, and remove programs designed to ensure equal access to apprenticesh more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The 75 Million Project has addressed an urgent public comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget spotlighting significant concerns regarding the cumulative impact of regulatory rollbacks aimed at working women. The organization, alongside several women's advocacy groups, emphasizes that current proposals by the Department of Labor may undermine decades of progress in workplace protections critical for women's economic stability. The commentary comes amid a tran more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- AASA, The School Superintendents Association, Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education concerning the Secretary's Supplemental Priority and Definitions on Advancing Artificial Intelligence in Education. The association emphasizes the critical necessity of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in educational systems while ensuring that the emphasis remains on empowering educators. In the letter, AASA acknowledged th more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Dairy Coalition, Oneida, Wisconsin, has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing strong concerns about the agency's proposed Healthy Labeling rule. They assert that the rule unfairly restricts nutrient-dense foods from being labeled as "healthy" due to limitations on sugar, sodium, and saturated fat content. The coalition highlights that many nutrient-rich foods which are essential for public health contain level more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The American Medical Association, Chicago, Illinois, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressing support for the proposed rule on front-of-package nutrition labeling. This initiative aims to enhance consumer understanding regarding the nutritional content of food, particularly in relation to saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars. The AMA, representing various physician and medical student members, lauded the FDA's eff more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- California Labor & Workforce Development Agency, Sacramento, has filed a public comment letter in opposition to the U.S. Department of Labor's proposed rulemaking that seeks to rescind protections for H-2A workers employed in temporary agricultural positions across the United States. The agency warns that the changes could expose these workers to exploitative practices and unsafe working conditions. LWDA, a cabinet-level agency that supervises several departments tasked w more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing support for its proposed priority on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The letter, penned by GCU's Vice President of Government Relations, emphasizes the university's commitment to integrating AI into its educational framework and encouraging other institutions to follow suit. Founded in 1949, GCU is the largest private nonprof more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- HMH, Boston, Massachusetts, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding Secretary McMahon's proposed priority of advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The organization emphasizes that integrating AI into educational practices is crucial for enhancing student learning and supporting teachers. In its letter, HMH expresses support for the proposed AI supplemental priority, underscoring the potential of AI to provide pers more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Houston (Texas) Mayor John Whitmire and Houston Public Works Director Randall V. Macchi submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation outlining its priorities for the upcoming reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. As one of the largest cities in the nation, Houston emphasizes the critical role its transportation system plays in supporting the economic vitality of Texas and the entire country. However, the city faces sig more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- InnovateEDU, Brooklyn, New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the proposed rules on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The organization emphasizes the necessity of integrating AI literacy into educational curricula to prepare students for a future where AI plays a crucial role in various sectors. In the letter, InnovateEDU expresses strong support for the Department of Education's initiatives aimed a more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Jobs for the Future submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to emphasize the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into educational practices. JFF advocates for a transformative approach to enhance educational and workforce systems, aiming to improve economic opportunities for all Americans. In the letter, JFF outlines its vision of removing barriers to education and promoting multiple pathways for students to achieve  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- JRB LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding its Proposed Rule to rescind worker protections established in 2024 for those in temporary agricultural employment. In its letter, the company expressed support for the changes, arguing that previous regulations imposed by the Biden Administration resulted in excessive burdens that threaten the survival of the agricultural industry, particularly the range livestoc more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Michigan Interagency Migrant Services Subcommittee on Policy, Advocacy, and Civil Rights has expressed deep concerns over a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of Labor that aims to rescind essential coordinated enforcement regulations. This public comment letter addresses the Department's notice on the proposed rulemaking entitled "Rescission of Coordinated Enforcement Regulations," published in the Federal Register, which would eliminate critical procedures that facilit more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Michigan Interagency Migrant Services Subcommittee on Policy, Advocacy, and Civil Rights has submitted a public comment letter to U.S. Department of Labor urging the agency to reconsider its proposal to rescind regulations that aim to improve protections for temporary agricultural workers. This public comment letter follows the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding the rescission of the Final Rule: Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Empl more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The North Carolina Department of Commerce Division of Workforce Solutions, Raleigh, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing concerns regarding the proposed rescission of key components of the 2024 Final Rule that governs the H-2A temporary agricultural employment program. The agency's letter highlights three areas of pressing importance that it believes require targeted modifications to safeguard workers and ensure program integrity more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing strong support for the department's proposed rescission of the 2024 Final Rule regarding temporary agricultural employment protections. The organization, which represents over 1.8 million farmer members and generates more than $300 billion in annual sales, argues that the previous rule imposed burdensome mandates that disrupted agricultural opera more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- National Nurses United, Silver Spring, Maryland, has voiced strong opposition to the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) proposed rule to rescind protections for H-2A agricultural workers, expressing concerns that this action could significantly endanger the welfare of over 225,000 registered nurses and the vulnerable workforce they support. The critical letter was submitted in response to DOL Docket No. ETA-2025-0007, which seeks to overturn the 2024 Final Rule aimed at impr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Oregon Farm Bureau, Salem, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) voicing support for the proposed rescission of the "Final Rule: Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States." The OFB, representing over 6,500 farmers and ranchers across Oregon, emphasizes that the current regulatory framework must prioritize both worker protection and operational sustainability for agricultural employe more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Partners for Rural Impact, Berea, Kentucky, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing its enthusiastic support for proposed priorities focusing on artificial intelligence in education. The organization, which advocates for improved educational outcomes in rural communities, applauded the Department for its commitment to addressing systemic gaps and fostering innovation across the educational landscape. According to PRI, the Departme more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- Patient360 has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), addressing various proposals concerning Medicare and Medicaid Programs for the coming years. The letter highlights suggestions regarding the proposed changes to payment policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). With a focus on enhancing patient care and administrative efficiency, Patient360 outlines recommendations for the  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education advocating for responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The organization highlights the vital role AI can play in enhancing educational outcomes and providing essential skills for the future workforce. With nearly 400 members, SIIA is a prominent entity comprised of leading software and digital education platform pro more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- USA Farm Labor Inc., Waynesville, North Carolina, and Hall Global have submitted a public comment letter to the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor urging the federal agency to reconsider proposals that would rescind certain provisions enacted to improve protections for temporary agricultural workers. The letter emphasizes the potential pitfalls of the proposed rule, which they argue is unnecessary and inadequately reasoned under the Admi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 4 -- The Worker and Farmer Labor Association, Lacey, Washington, has expressed strong support for the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) proposal to rescind portions of the 2024 H-2A Final Rule. In a public comment letter, WAFLA highlighted concerns over regulations they described as burdensome and detrimental to the H-2A visa program, which allows agricultural employers to hire foreign workers during peak work periods. The letter, submitted in response to Docket No. ETA-2025-00 more ST