WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The Appalachian Citizens Law Center, Whitesburg, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), expressing strong opposition to the proposed revision of ventilation plan approval criteria. This change, which MSHA published in the federal register on July 1, 2025, seeks to alter regulations established by the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. The ACLC has been advocating for the safety and health of coal miner more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- Fast Pace Health, Waynesboro, Tennessee, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding proposed changes in the CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. The organization emphasized the need for separate coding and payment structures for evaluation and management (E/M) visits conducted at urgent care centers. With over 300 locations across several states, including Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arkansas, Fast Pace Health aims to prov more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The Kentucky Psychological Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) addressing the proposed rule for the Calendar Year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Highlighting a critical mental and behavioral health crisis, the association applauds CMS for its efforts to improve equitable access to care, particularly for underserved communities in Kentucky. The organization represents over 1,000 psychology pr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group, Lexington, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regarding its proposed rulemaking aimed at amending the Materials of Trade exception. This proposal, published in the Federal Register, seeks to enhance the transportation guidelines for hazardous materials, particularly focusing on lithium cells and batteries utilized in various industries. USWAG, repre more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 7 -- The Utility Solid Waste Activities Group, Lexington, Kentucky, has submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) endorsing the agency's notice of proposed rulemaking aimed at improving the efficiency of special permits and approvals renewals. This proposal was published in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025. According to USWAG, the organization, which comprises over 130 electric utilities and related companies, r more ST