WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- A bipartisan collective of 120 state legislators has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation emphasizing the critical need to maintain and enhance federal transportation programs aimed at reducing wildlife-vehicle collisions and improving habitat connectivity. The diverse group, led by Colorado State Sen. Cleave Simpson and Maryland State Del. Sheila Ruth, represents a variety of political perspectives and underscores their commitment t more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- A coalition of 22 state attorneys general has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expressing overwhelming support for the agency's proposed rescission of the Executive Order 11246 implementing regulations. The attorneys general argue that these regulations, which impose affirmative action requirements on federal contractors, violate constitutional principles of equal protection and contribute to inefficiencies in government procurement p more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- A coalition of 27 infrastructure development, transportation, and construction organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging a focus on critical infrastructure issues ahead of the upcoming surface transportation and infrastructure reauthorization. The group, which includes a diverse range of associations such as the American Cement Association and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, emphasizes the opportunity for Congress and more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Five freight transportation and railroad industry organizations has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing a proposal by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to revise existing regulations that impose restrictions on the operation of freight cars older than 50 years. The joint comments highlight concerns over the current rule, which the organizations describe as outdated and burdensome. They argue that the regulation was more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- A coalition of seven clinicians and regulatory science researchers has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the upcoming reauthorization of the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (MDUFA). In their letter, the group emphasized the critical role of user fees in the FDA's regulatory process and expressed the need for increased public involvement and transparency in upcoming negotiations. The organizations underscored that more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing significant concerns regarding the proposed Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement (ACTS) to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. The college, a public institution serving rural Georgia, supports efforts to enhance transparency in the college admissions process but argues that the current proposal is flawed and poses administrative c more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The AFL-CIO has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor in response to a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning the rescission of regulations implementing Executive Order 11246. The union federation expressed strong opposition to the proposed changes, asserting that they would undermine decades of progress in equal employment opportunity for federal contractors and subcontractors. The proposed rescissions, outlined in Regulatory Information Num more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) opposing amendments to accident reporting regulations. Representing 39 affiliate unions that encompass workers across various transportation sectors, TTD articulated concerns regarding the proposed rulemaking that could impact rail workers directly. The proposed amendments by the FRA include a shift to allow electronic submission of documents, as wel more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) expressing strong opposition to proposed amendments concerning brake system maintenance and inspection requirements. With a membership of 39 affiliate unions representing workers across various transportation sectors, TTD's opposition focuses on the potential impacts that these changes may have on freight rail workers. The FRA's notice of proposed ru more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) expressing concerns over proposed amendments to conductor certification requirements. TTD, representing 39 affiliate unions across various transportation sectors, believes the changes could potentially undermine worker protections and accountability. The FRA's notice of proposed rulemaking outlines adjustments that would simplify the certification pr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) opposing the proposed repeal of certain bridge load capacity evaluation requirements, highlighting the need for comprehensive bridge safety standards. The TTD, representing 39 affiliate unions and a significant number of rail workers, has urged the FRA to consider the impacts of this legislative change on safety and operational practices. In its letter, more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) advocating for the continuation of physical postings of reportable injuries and occupational illnesses in the railroad industry. TTD, which represents 39 affiliate unions, emphasized the critical importance of transparency for workers' safety in response to the FRA's proposed rulemaking regarding electronic postings. The FRA's notice of proposed rule more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- All Aboard Northwest, Seattle, Washington, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration advocating for the reauthorization of core rail programs under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The organization urges Congress to ensure robust funding and legislative focus on expanding rail services across the nation, particularly through the establishment of a new National Rail Commission to oversee passenger rail development. In it more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The American Kidney Fund, Rockville, Maryland, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services expressing concerns about a proposed rule related to payments and quality programs for end-stage renal disease. The organization believes the current payment system does not accurately reflect the costs of providing care and that some proposed quality measures should be re-examined. The fund is concerned that the proposed market basket update  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The American Petroleum Institute, GPA Midstream Association, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Interstate Natural Gas Association of America have submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) expressing support for the agency's proposal to codify enforcement discretion concerning incidental gathering lines. This proposal is part of PHMSA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on July 1, 2025. The initiative addresses  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) emphasizing the crucial need for streamlined regulations concerning public transportation safety training. APTA represents a robust $79 billion industry that employs over 430,000 individuals, while also supporting millions of private-sector jobs across the nation. The organization has a longstanding partnership with the FTA and expresses s more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Associated General Contractors of New York State, Albany, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice responding to an agency request for information on state laws that have adverse effects on the national economy and interstate commerce. The organization asserts that New York's Scaffold Law, which imposes an absolute liability standard on contractors for certain injuries, is a costly anachronism that burdens commerce across the nation. The c more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) have submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) backing a proposed rule to retire two administrative forms used in rail accident reporting. The initiatives aim to streamline processes and eliminate redundancy in the industry, aligning with the broader deregulatory agenda promoted by the U.S. government. The proposed retirem more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Atlantic Dialysis Management Services, College Point, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services opposing a proposed rule to eliminate formal monitoring of social determinants of health for end-stage renal disease patients. The organization asserts that social factors are central to treatment outcomes and argues that discontinuing monitoring would erode progress in health equity. The organization argues that for medically v more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Beyond Pesticides, a national grassroots membership organization, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency regarding a draft risk assessment for two per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in sewage sludge. The organization argues that all PFAS chemicals should be included in the assessment and that sewage sludge should not be used on residential or agricultural land. The organization contends that sewage sludge, also known as biosolids, more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The California Department of Rehabilitation, California Health and Human Services Agency and California Labor and Workforce Development Agency has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs regarding proposed modifications to Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The letter raises serious concerns over proposed adjustments to existing regulations that have facilitated disability employment practices across the state and more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Coalition for Sludge Free Land submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency urging the agency to broaden its draft risk assessment for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in sewage sludge. The coalition, representing 26 national organizations working to prevent land contamination from sewage sludge, argues that the current assessment does not fully capture the risks associated with PFAS, commonly known as "forever chemicals." Th more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Coalter Lathrop, an international law practitioner and scholar, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration expressing serious concerns regarding the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act and proposed changes to its associated regulations. Lathrop emphasizes that since the enactment of DSHMRA in the 1980s, significant developments in international law concerning ocean resources have necessitated a thorough reevaluation of U more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- CommonSpirit Health, a major nonprofit health system, has issued a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), expressing strong disapproval of the proposed "340B Rebate Model Pilot Program." This pilot program, which seeks to implement rebate models for the 340B Drug Pricing Program, is viewed by CommonSpirit as a potential threat to the financial stability of safety-net hospitals and the healthcare services they provide to underserve more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Big Sandy Health Care Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, has expressed strong concerns in a public comment letter addressed to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) regarding the impending 340B rebate pilot program. This initiative (Docket HRSA-2025-14998) is projected to have detrimental impacts on Community Health Centers and the 32.5 million medically underserved patients they serve. Big Sandy Health Care, which has b more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Community Transportation Association of America has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation, emphasizing the vital need for federal support of rural and small urban transit systems. Representing over 1,200 members across the United States, including tribal and specialized transit providers, the CTAA advocates for robust funding and regulatory support to enhance transportation services in communities nationwide. The organization highl more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The organization Iceberg Research has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), expressing deep concerns about the economic and legal viability of The Metals Company's (TMC) application for a deep-sea mining permit. The letter highlights past failures and calls for more rigorous assessments to avoid repeating historical mistakes in the realm of commercial deep-sea mining. In the letter, Iceberg Research draws attentio more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- FoundCare Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) expressing serious concerns about the implications of the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, outlined in Federal Register Notice 2025-14998. The organization emphasizes that the proposed program could threaten the financial stability of community health centers (CHCs), which collectively serve approximately 32.5 million patients across the nation. As a commun more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Disability:IN DC Metro, Garrett Park, Maryland, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) expressing deep concerns regarding proposed changes to the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The letter addresses the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on July 1, 2025, which aims to modify regulations pertaining to federal contractors' obligations towards individuals with disa more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Heritage Foundation has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding a proposed rule that seeks to revert to pre-2022 policy on abortion services and counseling for veterans. The proposed regulation is a response to the interim final rule (IFR) implemented in September 2022 after the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, which altered abortion-related policies significantly. The proposed rule would reinst more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Hot Springs (Arkansas) City Manager submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation providing a local perspective on the nation's infrastructure needs. The city manager urged the department to provide local governments with greater access to federal transportation funding. The city manager contends that local governments play a pivotal role in maintaining the transportation system, collectively owning more than 75 percent of the nation's road m more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The International Maple Syrup Institute has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration addressing concerns over proposed regulations regarding front-of-package nutrition labeling. The IMSI, which represents stakeholders from across the maple syrup industry, is advocating for the exemption of pure maple syrup and related products from certain labeling requirements that could mislead consumers. The IMSI has long promoted the idea that marking sing more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Medical student Hanna Raskin submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing deep concern about the potential impact of federal student loan limitations on their education and career. The student, who is committed to a large debt burden for medical school, stated that the threat to federal loan access is "truly terrifying." The student argued against the necessity of resorting to private lenders, which they described as potentially maliciou more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Westmoreland Mining LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, expressing support for Montana House Bill 616, an amendment to the Montana Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act. The letter advocates for the bill's approval, stating that it aligns with the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act and does not alter the fundamental criteria used for bond release applications. The letter outlines that the more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Mosaic Health Inc., a community health center located in New York, has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), expressing concerns about the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The organization advocates for an exemption for community health centers (CHCs) from the pilot, highlighting the potential negative impact on patient access to affordable medications. Mosaic Health emphasizes the critical role of CHCs, whi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The New Jersey Primary Care Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing serious concerns regarding the proposed 340B rebate model pilot program. The NJPCA represents 23 Community Health Centers (CHCs) across New Jersey, which serve approximately 624,000 low-income patients, the majority of whom rely on public insurance or are uninsured. In the letter, the NJPCA outlines the potentially detrimental effect more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- National Education Policy Center Commercialism in Education Research Unit Co-Directors Alex Molnar and Faith Boninger submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education cautioning against the encouragement of widespread AI adoption in schools before a robust regulatory framework is established. The letter highlights concerns that early integration of AI applications in teaching, learning, and administrative practices poses a threat to democratic civil so more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- National Medical Association Council on Environmental Health and Climate Change member Myrtis Sullivan submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) expressing alarm about any effort to repeal or weaken the agency's 2009 Endangerment Finding. The finding correctly identifies greenhouse gases as a threat to public health. The pediatrician stated that the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Environmental Health Network also more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The National Partnership for Women & Families has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the proposed rescission of the implementing regulations of Executive Order 11246. This nonprofit advocacy organization, dedicated to promoting equity and opportunities for women, expresses concern over the potential negative impact on workers, particularly vulnerable groups such as women, workers of color, and those from marginalized backgrounds. The  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- New York Kidney Hypertension Medicine and Tidal Dialysis LLC submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for regulatory changes to support home-only dialysis clinics and improve data interoperability. The organizations, which serve Brooklyn and Queens in D.C., highlighted barriers they have encountered in providing home dialysis care. The letter stated that home-only dialysis clinics face hurdles at the state lev more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The North American Submarine Cable Association (NASCA) has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) urging revisions to proposed regulations regarding deep seabed mining. NASCA emphasizes that the proposed rules must prioritize the protection of submarine cables, which are critical for U.S. economic prosperity and national security, to prevent potential damage from mining activities. In its letter, NASCA highlights th more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Northern Plains Resource Council has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) urging the agency to reject the proposed amendments to Montana's House Bill 587. The group, which advocates for conservation and family agriculture, argues that the changes made to the statute could severely impact landowners above and adjacent to coal mines by undermining water quality protections. In their letter, Northern Plain more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Pacific Islands Heritage Coalition has expressed strong opposition to proposed revisions to the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA) outlined in a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This coalition, comprising a diverse array of stakeholders from Oceania, including fishers, cultural practitioners, and community leaders, has been advocating for the protection of the Pacific Islands Heritage region since 2014.  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Oregon Association of Clean Water Agencies, Eugene, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to criticize its Draft Sewage Sludge Risk Assessment for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS). ORACWA urged the agency to revise the assessment, arguing it presents an unrealistic and overly conservative estimate of risk that could lead to inappropriate federal and state regulations. According to ORAC more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Institute for Policy Integrity at New York University School of Law has issued a public comment letter to the Federal Transit Administration expressing strong opposition to proposed changes to the Capital Investment Grants program's guidance. The organization, a non-partisan think tank focused on enhancing government decision-making, argues that the proposed modifications undermine comprehensive environmental evaluations required by federal law. In its letter, Policy  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Wetstone Global, a leader in seafloor mineral exploration and development, has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) welcoming proposed revisions to the regulations under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA). The company's support centers on the agency's initiative to modernize its regulatory framework to align with technological advancements and current scientific understanding. In the letter, Wetst more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Public Counsel, a nonprofit law firm focused on civil rights and economic justice, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) opposing proposed modifications to the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The organization argues that these changes could undermine efforts to retain and advance workers with disabilities, which are vital for fostering inclusive communities. The letter ci more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Pueblo of Isleta (New Mexico) Gov. Eugen Jiron submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation urging the agency to address long-standing inequities in Tribal transportation funding. The governor's input focuses on the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization bill, highlighting the disproportionate lack of resources available to Tribal Nations for maintaining and improving critical road infrastructure. The governor underscored the federal  more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Rep. Mark Takano, D-California, sent a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education urging the agency to fully implement the Gainful Employment rule. The lawmaker stated that the rule is critical for protecting students and taxpayers from low-quality, high-debt certificate and career programs. The letter was in response to the department's notice of intent to establish a negotiated rulemaking committee to implement changes to higher education. The lawmaker ar more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Rutgers Pediatric Otolaryngology Chair Kelvin Kwong has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services urging the agency to establish a national reimbursement rate for a specific in-office ear tube procedure. The letter provides clinical experience with the Tula System, which the writer described as a safe and less invasive alternative to traditional operating room-based tympanostomies for children. The author of the letter explained tha more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Savencia SA, France, has voiced its concerns in a public comment letter sent to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding a proposed rule for simplified monochromatic nutrition labeling on food packages. This initiative, designed to provide consumers with clear nutritional information, particularly targets items high in saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars, mandating the display of a nutrition info box. The FDA's proposal could require most cheeses to display war more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Sheremeta Compost Consulting, Tucson, Arizona, sent a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requesting the immediate withdrawal of the agency's Draft Sewage Sludge Risk Assessment. The firm stated that the assessment has created uncertainty and confusion, potentially threatening the practice of land applying biosolids on agricultural land. The firm's letter criticized the assessment for using flawed assumptions and science, claiming it gr more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Texas Hospital Association has submitted a public comment letter to the Health Resources and Services Administration expressing strong opposition to the proposed 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The association, which represents 460 member hospitals and health systems in Texas, including over 150 entities that are 340B covered entities, is concerned about the potential negative impacts this program could have on health care access for patients across the state. In its more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Metals Company USA LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) concerning proposed amendments to the regulations implementing the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA). TMC USA expressed appreciation for NOAA's commitment to modernizing the regulatory framework governing deep seabed mining and highlighted the need for updates reflecting technological advancements and enhanced scientific understanding more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Time in Range Coalition (TIRC) has submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advocating for the reauthorization of the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (MDUFA). The coalition emphasizes the importance of sustaining the program's core strengths while enhancing its overall framework to ensure timely access to innovative medical devices for individuals living with diabetes and other serious conditions. In its letter, TIRC outlines that more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Trout Unlimited Tualatin Valley Chapter, Portland, Oregon, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service expressing strong opposition to the potential rescission of the Roadless Rule. The organization, representing 500 members, emphasizes the importance of maintaining protections for Roadless Areas, which support vital fish and wildlife habitats across the country. The Roadless Rule, established in 2001, prohibits new road construction across 58.5 milli more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Tufts University Food is Medicine Institute Director Dariush Mozaffarian submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration urging the agency to revise its proposed rule on front-of-package nutrition labeling. The writer expressed concerns that the agency's current approach is outdated and will not effectively help consumers make healthier food choices. The writer's primary concern is that the agency's proposal includes only three isolated nutrien more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- Eugene Gallagher, a retired associate professor from the University of Massachusetts Boston School for the Environment submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration expressing strong opposition to a proposal that would combine exploratory and commercial deep-sea mining licenses. The writer argues that the single-license system would undermine environmental safeguards, contradict international best pract more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- University of Hawaii at Manoa Master of Public Health student Taylor Fujisawa submitted a public comment letter raising concerns about obesity rates among Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations in response to a proposal from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to mandate front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labels on packaged foods. The letter highlighted alarming health disparities that place these communities at a greater risk for non-communicable diseases due t more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- Westmoreland Mining LLC has shared its support for the recent amendments to the Montana Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act, urging the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) to approve the proposed rule concerning Senate Bill 368. The company believes that the bill adheres to the requirements set forth by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) and acts as an effective counterpart to federal regulations. Senate Bill 368 is desi more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8 -- The Williams Institute, a research organization affiliated with the UCLA School of Law, has expressed its concerns in a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the proposed rescission of regulations implementing Executive Order 11246. This order, which emphasizes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination by federal contractors, has been pivotal for protecting vulnerable populations, including the LGBTQ community, in the workforce. T more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The Women's Law Project, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) opposing a direct final rule (DFR) that would rescind a regulation related to sex-based discrimination in sports. The organization stated the change would harm women and girls by eliminating athletic opportunities and violates legal procedures. The letter asserted that the DFR, which would rescind a rule allowing women and girls to try out for sing more ST

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The World Health Network has submitted a public comment letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration urging the agency to maintain the reporting and recordkeeping requirements related to COVID-19 in healthcare settings. The organization argues that removing these requirements would undermine essential surveillance necessary for protecting both healthcare workers and the broader community. In its letter, the World Health Network emphasizes the substantial he more ST