WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration has submitted a public comment letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), expressing strong support for proposed changes to regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) published on November 21, 2025. The proposed rules aim to streamline the regulations that affect the listing, designation, and management of endangered and threatened species, which Ad more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Air Line Pilots Association, International has voiced strong opposition to a public comment letter directed to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding Zipline International's petition for exemptions from several safety regulations. ALPA, representing the interests of over 80,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines, emphasized the necessity of stringent safety measures in the National Airspace System (NAS) to protect both crew and passengers. In the letter, more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding a proposed airworthiness directive (AD) affecting certain Boeing Model 787-series airplanes. The letter addresses concerns over uncommanded altitude changes reported by pilots, emphasizing the necessity for regulatory action to enhance safety. The proposed AD would apply to Boeing Model 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 aircraft and requires the replaceme more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority, Westlands Water District and the California State Water Contractors recently submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service addressing proposed changes to the regulations pertaining to the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The Water Agencies expressed their intention to provide an expert perspective on revisions published by the agency, aiming to clarify the processes for listing, reclassifying, and delis more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Cayman Chemical Co., Ann Arbor, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing concerns regarding the safety and labeling of the hazardous substance ALC-0315, which has been classified as a highly flammable liquid and a potential carcinogen. The company emphasized the importance of proper safety measures and handling guidelines to avert possible health risks associated with exposure to ALC-0315. In its letter, Cayman more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Certara, a drug development consulting firm, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding its Draft Guidance on "Malaria: Developing Drugs for Treatment." The firm welcomes the FDA's initiative to provide guidance for industry, emphasizing the critical need for improved methodologies in malaria drug development. In its letter, Certara recommends that the regulatory agency elaborate on key topics relevant to developing malaria tr more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing strong opposition to proposed changes to regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The CTUIR's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) highlights concerns over four rule proposals that modify existing regulations, arguing that they would undermine critical protections for endangered species and their habitats. T more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Five-Alpha LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), expressing deep concerns regarding the Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for drone package delivery operations in the United States. The letter was sent ahead of the draft's expected implementation in December 2025, highlighting critical issues related to aviation safety and regulatory compliance. Five-Alpha LLC emphasizes that the FAA's analysis lacks adequa more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Coalition on Adult Basic Education, representing over 82,000 adult educators and leaders, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education concerning Secretary Linda McMahon's proposed priority aimed at expanding career pathways and workforce readiness. COABE emphasizes the necessity of acknowledging adult learners in these initiatives to foster economic growth and skill preparedness. The organization expressed appreciation for the Secretary's re more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Federal Aviation Administration is under scrutiny following a public comment letter urging the agency to re-evaluate a proposed airworthiness directive concerning the PA-25 aircraft, commonly used as a tow plane for glider pilots. The letter highlights concerns from an experienced aeronautical engineer who specializes in aerodynamics and warns that the proposed directive could have devastating effects on soaring operations across the country. In the letter, the engine more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Friends of Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge expressed strong opposition to four proposed rules under the Endangered Species Act in a public comment letter addressed to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). These proposed rules, announced on November 21, 2025, involve critical changes to the regulations surrounding the protection of endangered and threatened species, which FOMA argues could undermine decades of conservation successes. Founded in 1999, FOMA is de more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- H. Lundbeck A/S, a global pharmaceutical leader, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding the agency's "Rare Disease Innovation, Science, and Exploration Public Workshop Series." In the letter dated December 22, 2025, Lundbeck expresses its appreciation for the agency's initiative and emphasizes the importance of advancing therapies for rare diseases. Lundbeck has been at the forefront of neuroscience research for over 70 ye more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Hudson Cook, a law firm focused on regulatory compliance, has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission addressing a petition for rulemaking concerning negative option plans. The letter, sent on January 2, argues against the Consumer Federation of America and the American Economic Liberties Project's request for more expansive regulations pertaining to negative option features. The letter states that while improving consumer protections is importan more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Humane World for Animals and the Humane World Action Fund have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service urging the agency to retain the 2024 blanket rule under the Endangered Species Act. The organization argues that rescinding this regulation would undermine protections for threatened species and contradict legal precedents emphasizing the agency's discretion in wildlife conservation. The proposed rescission of the blanket rule, which offer more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), addressing a proposed rule that revises certain regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The proposed changes, issued on November 21, 2025, aim to improve the management of threatened species through enhanced local coordination. NACD, representing nearly 3,000 conservation districts and over 17,000 individuals across the n more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Office of Advocacy has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior and U.S. Department of Commerce regarding significant proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations. The proposed rules, published on November 21, 2025, aim to address the delays small businesses face in obtaining permits and navigating complex federal reviews, which often hinder infrastructure investments and growth. The Advocacy identifies permitting delay more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The organization Shark Stewards has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) opposing proposals that could significantly weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The letter highlights concerns regarding the potential elimination of the Blanket Rule, which currently provides critical protections for threatened species, including several shark species that are on the brink of extinction. The organization warns that these rollbacks threate more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Township of Ocean in Monmouth County, New Jersey, has expressed its opposition to the inclusion of new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program in a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. A resolution, passed by the Township's governing body, underscores the significant concerns voiced by local officials regarding the potential environmental risks assoc more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- PANTHERx Rare has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the integration of real-world evidence in the evaluation and approval of therapies for rare diseases. The organization commended the FDA for its leadership in fostering innovative treatment solutions for individuals living with rare and orphan diseases through initiatives like the Rare Disease Innovation, Science, and Exploration (RISE) public workshop series. The l more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Friends of Animals has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), expressing strong opposition to proposed changes in regulations concerning the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This letter follows a notice from FWS published on November 21, 2025, which solicited comments, information, and recommendations for potential changes to the rules governing petitions under the ESA. In its comments, Friends of Animals emphasizes the importance of t more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Origami Whales Project has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service expressing strong opposition to proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The letter highlights the critical role the ESA has played in species conservation for over 50 years and emphasizes concerns regarding the potential weakening of protections for threatened species. The letter notes that the ESA was enacted in response to widespread public support, with stu more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Okanogan County Farm Bureau (OCFB) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service expressing support for proposed revisions to regulations implementing Section 4 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The OCFB, which represents a diverse group of agricultural producers including farmers, ranchers, and orchardists, emphasizes the need for regulations that foster both agriculture and wildlife conservation. In its letter, OCFB highlighted that  more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Truth in Advertising Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission expressing support for a renewed Click-to-Cancel rulemaking petition initiated by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) and the American Economic Liberties Project (AELP). The organization argues that consumers are still falling victim to deceptive negative option offers, which often lead to unwanted subscriptions and ongoing charges. TINA.org highlights that despite existin more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Rewilding Institute has submitted a public comment letter expressing strong opposition to proposed regulatory changes from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding protections for threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The proposed revisions seek to eliminate the existing "blanket rule" that currently provides broad protections for newly listed threatened species, replacing it with a more cumbersome, species-specific rulemaking process. The Rewilding more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Santa Barbara Zoo has sent a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), expressing grave concerns regarding proposed changes to interagency cooperation regulations affecting endangered and threatened species. The zoo, a long-time partner in conservation efforts, particularly with the California Condor Recovery Program, fears that the updated regulations may weaken federal obligations to protect vulnerable species. In their letter, the Santa B more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Sportsmen's Alliance Foundation (SAF) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding proposed regulatory revisions for the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The letter highlights SAF's support for the proposed changes aimed at improving the processes for listing, reclassifying, and delisting species while emphasizing the importance of scientific data in these determinations. In the letter, SA more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA), the Montana Association of State Grazing Districts (MASGD), and the Montana Public Lands Council (MPLC) have issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) expressing support for proposed revisions to regulations regarding critical habitat designations for endangered and threatened species. The organizations represent a coalition of ranchers managing both private and public lands across Montana, a more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs has submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) expressing its strong support for a petition to renew regulations concerning the use of negative option plans. This petition was submitted by the Consumer Federation of America and the American Economic Liberties Project, highlighting the urgent need for regulatory updates as subscription-based services continue to proliferate.  more ST