WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- The American Ambulance Association (AAA) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for reforms to improve access for Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollees. This communication addresses the alarming cost-sharing practices that have emerged within the MA program, particularly related to ground ambulance services. In the letter, the AAA emphasizes that over 50 percent of Medicare beneficiaries have opted for MA plans,  more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- THE CASE FOR RAISING AUTO INSURANCE MINIMUMS - A report from American Association for Justice - January 2026 (8 pages) * * * American Association for Justice issued a report arguing that minimum auto insurance limits in 48 states and DC fail to cover modern crash costs amid soaring vehicle prices over $50,000 and repairs rendering one in five collisions total losses. Over 40,000 annual fatalities and 2 million injuries generate $340 billion in economic costs, y more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- AFP MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATIVE AGENDA 2026-2027 - A report from Americans For Prosperity-Mississippi, Arlington, Virginia - January 2026 (7 pages) * * * The Americans for Prosperity-Mississippi (AFP-MS) issued a report outlining the 601 Blueprint, a comprehensive legislative agenda for the 2026-2027 session aimed at empowering families and fostering economic growth. Unveiled by State Director Starla Brown, the blueprint targets transformative reforms in education, more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- CTA U.S. Consumer Technology - One-Year Industry Forecast, 2021-2026 - A report from Consumer Technology Association, Arlington, Virginia - January 2026 (10 pages) * * * The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) issued a report projecting U.S. consumer technology revenue to reach $565 billion in 2026, marking 3.7% year-over-year growth despite tariff pressures and economic headwinds. Unveiled ahead of CES 2026, the forecast highlights the sector's resilience as more ST

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * ICE Out For Good Concludes Day One With Overwhelming Peaceful Actions * WASHINGTON - Today, peaceful protests and vigils kicked off the ICE Out For Good Weekend of Action to honor the lives lost at the hands of ICE, demand accountability more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Political] -- The League of Women Voters issued the following news release: * * * LULAC, Joined by Leading Legacy Civil Rights Organizations, Calls for Congressional Investigation Into Recent Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions * Washington -The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) today called on Congress to launch an immediate and independent investigation into a series of recent use-of-force incidents involving federal immigration enforcement more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy, 13 Senators Call On Appropriations Leadership To Defend Funding For Northeast Corridor Development, Expanded Amtrak Lines Nationwide * WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, led 13 of his Democratic Senate colleagues in urging U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee leadership, including the Appropriations Subcommittee on  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- NumbersUSA, a nonpartisan organization advocating for immigration reform, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), expressing strong support for the proposed rule concerning the collection and use of biometrics. The organization emphasizes the importance of this rule in enhancing national security and ensuring the integrity of the immigration system. Founded in 1996, NumbersUSA has advocated for sensible immigration p more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- The White House Office of Management and Budget issued the following statement of administration policy on a joint resolution (S.J.Res. 98) that directs the removal of the U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress. The resolution was introduced by Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, and 25 cosponsors: * * * The Administration strongly opposes passage of S.J. Res. 98, a joint resolution that would direct the removal of more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- Renewanation, a nonprofit Scholarship Granting Organization, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the implementation of Internal Revenue Code Sec. 25F. The organization, which operates across several states to expand access to quality K to 12 education, emphasizes the need for clarity in guidance and standards related to the federal scholarship tax credit. In its comments, Renewanatio more ST

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- SCHOOL NUTRITION TRENDS - A report from School Nutrition Association, Arlington, Virginia - January 2026 (77 pages) * * * School Nutrition Association (SNA) issued a report surveying 1,240 school nutrition directors in October 2025 to assess financial pressures, operational hurdles, and menu evolution for the SY 2025/26 school year. With a 31.9% response rate from 3,890 districts nationwide, the study reveals escalating costs outpacing reimbursements, persisten more ST

ORONO, Maine, Jan. 9 -- The University of Maine posted the following news release: * * * UMaine makes headlines worldwide in 2025 * Whether it's conducting cutting-edge research, commenting on current events or receiving that diploma, University of Maine faculty, students and leaders made headlines locally, nationally and internationally in 2025. From research labs and classrooms to commencement stages and championship arenas, UMaine was featured in more than 18,000 stories published from  more PR