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Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules Newsletter for 2026-08-18 ( 343 items )  
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10 Environmental Groups Call for Clear Public Input on National Park Service Wilderness Stewardship Policy Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Michael P. Michener Deputy Associate Director, Visitor and Resource Protection National Park Service 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 Subject: Comments on National Park Service Director's Order #41: Wilderness Stewardship (91 Fed. Reg. 35,998 (June 15, 2026)) Dear Mr. Michener: This letter is submitted on behalf of the undersigned organizati more ST
20 State Attorneys General Urge CMS To Revise Medicaid Work Requirement Rule Over Narrow Medical Frailty Definition And Coverage Loss Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. ROB BONTA ATTORNEY GENERAL ANDREA JOY CAMPBELL ATTORNEY GENERAL JENNIFER DAVENPORT ATTORNEY GENERAL July 31, 2026 Via Federal eRulemaking Portal The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary United States Departm more ST
23 Conservation Groups Urge National Park Service to Retain Strong Wilderness Stewardship Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. National Parks Conservation Association, Alaska Wilderness League, Badlands Conservation Alliance, Californians for Western Wilderness, CalWild, Coalition to Protect America's National Parks, Continental Divide Trail Coalition, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Glacier Two-Medicine Alliance, Grand Canyon Trust, Minnesota Division of t more ST
AABB Urges OMB to Withdraw Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Citing Risks to Biomedical Research Stability and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 10, 2026 Mr. Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance: Proposed Rule (OMB-2026-0034) Dear Mr. Vought, The Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) respectfully submits these comments in response to the Office of Management more ST
Access Fund Supports BLM Guidance Recognizing Fixed Anchors as Appropriate Use in Wilderness Areas (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted Electronically U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C. St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Re: Draft Recreational Climbing in Wilderness Guidance, Docket #BLM-2026-0034 We are writing on behalf of our client, the Access Fund, in response to the Bureau of Land Management's request for comments on its draft guidan more ST
Access Fund Supports National Park Service Draft Guidance Affirming Fixed Anchors as Appropriate Use in Wilderness and Requests Permit Process Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted Electronically National Park Service 1849 C St., NW Washington, DC 20240 Re: Access Fund Comments to EXPLORE Act Mandated Wilderness Climbing Guidance Documents for National Park Service, Docket #NPS-2026-0101 We are writing on behalf of our client, the Access Fund, in response to the National Park Service's request for comments on its Draf more ST
AEMA Urges BLM to Restore Multiple Use Status for Lands With Wilderness Characteristics to Promote Mineral Exploration and Development (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 AEMA Comments on BLM Manual 6320-Lands with Wilderness Characteristics August 14, 2026 The Honorable Stevan Pearce Director, Bureau of Land Management Department of the Interior 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, D.C., 20240 Submitted via https://regulations.gov RE: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Policy Review: BLM Manual 6320 C more ST
AHCCCS Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Interim Final Rule Citing Administrative Burdens and Coverage Risks for Arizona Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. AHCCCS | azahcccs.gov 1 7/31/2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Dear Administrator Oz, The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona's Medicaid agency, submits the following comments on Interim Final Ru more ST
Air Line Pilots Association International Backs FAA Proposed Special Conditions for Honeywell Boeing 757 Digital Architecture (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUBLIC COMMENTS MATRIX TO FAA-2026-4489; NPRM; Honeywell International Inc., Boeing Model 757-200 series Airplanes; Electronic System Security Protection from Unauthorized External Access PAGE 1 OF 25-2011 (OPR USE ONLY) Reviewer Chris Sidor, Aircraft Design and Operations Chair, Air Line Pilots Association, Intl' Reviewer Routing# The Air Line Pilots Association, In more ST
Alaska Marine Community Coalition Opposes OMB Proposed Changes to Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance: OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought and Office of Management and Budget Staff, On behalf of the Alaska Marine Community Coalition (AMCC), thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. AMCC is a fishermen-founded  more ST
Alaska Primary Care Association Urges Flexibility and Support in Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Submitted via regulations.gov Dear Administrator Oz: The Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) is co more ST
Alaska Urges BLM to Exempt State Lands From Wilderness Manual Citing ANILCA Protections (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Department of Natural Resources OFFICE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND PERMITTING 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1430 Anchorage, AK 99501-3561 Main: 907.269-8690 August 14, 2026 Bureau of Land Management Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Division of National Conservation Lands 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted online at  more ST
Alaska Urges US Fish and Wildlife Service to Update Wilderness Stewardship Manual to Reflect ANILCA Provisions and State-Specific Management Needs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Department of Natural Resources OFFICE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND PERMITTING 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1430 Anchorage, AK 99501-3561 Main: 907.269-8690 August 14, 2026 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Public Comments Processing Attn: Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-2575 Policy and Regulations Branch 5275 Leesburg Pike, MS: PRB (JAO/3W) Falls Church, VA 2204 more ST
Albert Einstein College of Medicine Neuroscientist Castillo Urges OMB to Preserve Scientific Peer Review in Federal Research Grants (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Science at the heart of medicine Dominick Purpura Department of Neuroscience Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Pablo E. Castillo, MD/PhD Harold and Muriel Block Chair Professor 1410 Pelham Parkway South Kennedy Center, Rm 703 Bronx, NY 10461 USA Phone 718.430.3263 Email: pablo.castillo@einsteinmed.edu July 12, 2026 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Managem more ST
Albert Einstein College of Medicine Pathology & Pediatrics Professor Ostrer Urges OMB to Preserve Peer Review and Research Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Harry Ostrer, M.D., F.A.C.M.G. Professor of Pathology and Pediatrics Albert Einstein College of Medicine Bronx, NY July 12, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Proposed Rule on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: I am wri more ST
Alliance for Patient Access Urges Improved Coverage and Reduced Barriers in National Alzheimer's Plan (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Alliance for Patient Access 2020 K St., NW | Suite 505 Washington, DC 20006 August 15, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 RE: National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease Request for Information (HHS-ASPE-2026-0298) Dear Secretary Kennedy: Th more ST
Alliance for Positive Change Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Grant Rule Over Concerns It Threatens HIV Service Stability and Scientific Integrity (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov Re: RIN OMB-2026-0034-0001 Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance [2 CFR Sub Sec.200.205, 200.300, 200.340-200.343, 200.421, 200.450] To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of Alliance for Positive Change, I write to convey our strong opposition to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM  more ST
Alliance Theatre Warns OMB Proposal Threatens Federal Arts Funding and Nonprofit Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am submitting these comments on behalf of the Alliance Theatre, a division of the Robert W. Woodruff Arts Center, Inc., a Georgia nonprofit corporation (the "Alliance Theatre"). For more than 55 years, the Alliance Theatre has been the leading producing theater in the Southeast, uni:ng people through transforma:ve theatrical experiences, arts educa:on, and community enga more ST
Alutiiq Tribe of Old Harbor Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. "Old Harbor is a community based in rich traditions that come together to celebrate its people, culture, and heritage. We demonstrate this through our language, arts, traditional dancers and spiritual history and our respect for the Elders and honoring of our children." Alutiiq Tribe of Old Harbor PO Box 62, Old Harbor AK 99643 Phone: (907)290-3947 fax (907) 416-7488  more ST
Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative Urges National Plan to Prioritize Infectious and Immune Mechanisms in Alzheimer's Disease Research and Precision Medicine (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Response to Request for Information Comprehensive Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease Docket: HHS-ASPE-2026-0298 Submitting Organizations: Alzheimer's Pathobiome Initiative Consortium (AlzPI) Pathobiome Research Center and The Center for Chronic Disorders of Aging Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Submitted by: Nikki M. Schultek, Execut more ST
Alzheimer's Policy Group Urges HHS to Modernize Reimbursement and Expand Early Intervention in National Plan (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services RE: Request for Information on the Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease (HHS-ASPE-2026-0298) Dear Secretary Kennedy: On behalf of the Alzheimer's Policy Working Group (APWG), I appreciate the opportunity t more ST
America Outdoors Association Urge BLM to Allow New Fixed Anchors and Streamline Guide Safety Measures in Wilderness Climbing Policy (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. BLM-2026-0034 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. BLM-2026-0034-Draft Policy and Guidance for Managing Recreational Climbing in BLM-Managed Units of the National Wilderness Preservation System, BLM Manual 6340 Sec. 1.6.C.13.f-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Or more ST
America Outdoors Association Urge Updates to BLM Wilderness Management Manual to Clarify Commercial Services and NEPA Compliance (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0067 RE: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas-Policy Review: BLM Manual 6340-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on whether BLM Manual 6340 more ST
America Outdoors Association Urges BLM to Revise Wilderness Study Area Management Manual for Clearer Recreation Access and Resource Protection (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0069 RE: Management of Wilderness Study Areas - Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330 - Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations America Outdoors Association (AOA) is the national trade association for the outfitt more ST
America Outdoors Association Urges Clarifications in BLM's Management of Lands With Wilderness Characteristics (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Docket No. BLM-2026-0068 Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the Policy Review of BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use Planning Process I. Introduction: Our Members' Sta more ST
America Outdoors Association Urges Clear National Guidance on Rock Climbing Permits and Anchor Maintenance on Wildlife Refuge Lands (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-1618 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-1618-Draft National Guidance on Recreational Rock Climbing on National Wildlife Refuge System and National Fish Hatchery System Lands, and Proposed Revisions to Service Manual Chapters 610 FW 1 and 610 FW 2-Comments of America Outdoor more ST
America Outdoors Association Urges National Park Service to Clarify Wilderness Climbing Anchor Policies and Streamline Permitting in Draft Guidance (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. America Outdoors Association . Docket No. NPS-2026-0101 . 1 August 14, 2026 VIA REGULATIONS.GOV RE: Docket No. NPS-2026-0101-Draft Wilderness Climbing Guidance, Director's Order 41 Sec. 7.2 and Reference Manual 41 Sec. 7.1-Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations America Outdoors Association (AOA) is the national  more ST
America Outdoors Association Urges National Park Service to Revise Wilderness Stewardship Policy for Clarity Consistency and Operator Protections (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal (www.regulations.gov) Re: Comments of America Outdoors Association and the Undersigned Outfitter and Guide Organizations on the National Park Service Level 2 Wilderness Stewardship Policy Review of Director's Order #41: Wilderness Stewardship, Docket No. NPS-2026-0100, 91 Fed. Reg. 35998 (June 15, 2026) Intr more ST
American Academy of Pediatrics Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Children and Families (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. AAP Headquarters 345 Park Blvd Itasca, IL 60143 Phone: 630/626-6000 Fax: 847/434-8000 E-mail: kidsdocs@aap.org www.aap.org Reply to AAP Washington Office 601 13th St NW, Suite 400N Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202/347-8600 E-mail: kids1st@aap.org Executive Committee President Andrew D. Racine, MD, PhD, FAAP President-Elect Terri D. McFadden, MD, MPH, FAAP Immediate Past Pre more ST
American Association of Clinical Endocrinology Warns OMB Proposal Threatens Stability and Innovation in Biomedical Research (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Federal Register Document No. 2026-10817 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (May 29, 2026) To Whom It May Concern: The American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE), a global community of more than 5,700 endocrine-focused  more ST
American Chemistry Council Supports Comprehensive EPA Risk Evaluations and Advanced Modeling Techniques (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. REGULATORY COMMENTS Submitted Electronically to: American Chemistry Council RESPONSIBLE CARE Driving Safety & Sustainability Dr. Alaa Kamel, Designated Federal Official, Science Advisory Committee Branch, Office of Mission Critical Operations, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, kamel.alaa@epa.gov July 22, 2026 Re: SACC Peer Review Public Meeting Dear D more ST
American College of Lifestyle Medicine Urges Medicare Coverage for Intensive Lifestyle Interventions to Address Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer's Disease (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 15, 2026 Re: Response to HHS Request for Information: Comprehensive Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments in response to the Department of Health and Human Services' Request for Information to inform a comprehensive update to the National Plan to A more ST
American Economic Association Warns Proposed OMB Federal Financial Assistance Rule Risks Peer Review Integrity and Research Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Committee on Government Relations Comments on Proposed Rulemaking: OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance July 12, 2026 The American Economic Association (AEA) is a 16,000 member organization dedicated to promoting vibrant economic research. The AEA's Committee on Government Relations (CGR) is charged with representing the interests of the economics profession  more ST
American Exploration and Mining Association Urges Reform of BLM Wilderness Study Area Policies to Enhance Mineral Access and Security (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 AEMA Comments on BLM Manual 6330-Wilderness Study Areas August 14, 2026 The Honorable Stevan Pearce Director, Bureau of Land Management Department of the Interior 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, D.C., 20240 Submitted via https://regulations.gov RE: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330 Management of BL more ST
American Fintech Council Urges Material Risk Focus and Transparency in CAMELS Rating System Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 17, 2026 Executive Secretary Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council L. William Seidman Center 3501 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22226 Re: Response to Request for Comment Regarding Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Financial Institutions Rating System (CAMELS) Dear Executive Secretary, On behalf of the American Fintech Council (AFC),1 more ST
American Motorcyclist Association, One Voice Urge BLM to End Ongoing Wilderness Inventory to Protect Motorized Recreation Access (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 US Department of Interior BLM Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics 1849 C Street NW RM 5646 Washington DC 20240 VIA Portal Only Re: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics; Revision of BLM Manual 6320 [A2407-014-004-065516; #O2509-014-004-125222] Dear Sirs: Please accept this correspondence as the comments of the America more ST
American Society for Bone & Mineral Research Raises Concerns Over Impact on Scientific Research and Funding Processes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 White House Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management ATTN: Andrew Reisig and Joel Savary 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20505 RE: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" Transmitted electronically via Regulations.gov (Docket ID: OMB-2026-0034) The American Society for Bone & Mineral more ST
Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Warns Proposed Federal Funding Regulations Could Threaten Alaska Healthcare Access (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Our Mission: To be a trust partner in every person's wellness by providing integrated, compassionate, and high-quality health care, regardless of ability to pay. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget ATTN: OMB-2026-0034 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OM more ST
ANCOR Raises Concerns Over Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Impact on People With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 31, 2026 Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary United States Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 RE: Document Number: 2026-11094 (91 FR 33348) Comments on Interim Final Rule: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (submitted via regulations.gov) Dear Secretar more ST
Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Warns Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Risks Biomedical Research Innovation and Patient Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. APSF P.O. Box 6668 Rochester, MN 55903 Web: www.apsf.org Russell Vought, Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov, July 10 Re: Docket OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought: The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) respectfully submi more ST
APA Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Citing Risks to Psychological Research Training and Behavioral Health Services (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russ Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th St. NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance - Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Psychological Association Services, Inc. (APA Services), I am writing to offer pu more ST
Applegate Siskiyou Alliance, Klamath Forest Alliance Urge National Park Service to Halt Reviews and Protect Wilderness and Wildlands (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 RE: Review of Wilderness Manuals To whom it may concern, Applegate Siskiyou Alliance and Klamath Forest Alliance are long standing rural organizations supporting the wildlife, wildlands, waterways, and forests of the Klamath-Siskiyou Mountains. Our organizations and our many supporters have long embraced Wilderness, the protection of Lands with Wilder more ST
APWA Raises Concerns Over OMB Proposed Revisions to Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Re: APWA Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: The American Public Works Association (APWA) represents 32,000 public works professionals across North A more ST
Arc of California Urges Revisions to Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Employment and Healthcare for People With Disabilities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted via Regulations.gov July 31, 2026 Administrator Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8016 Re: RIN 0938-AV98; CMS-2454-IFC Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Dr. Oz: On behalf of The Arc of Calif more ST
Arizona State University's Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences Expert Warn Proposed Federal Funding Revisions Threaten Long Term Research Stability and International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Nicholas Baetge, Ph.D. Assistant Research Scientist School of Ocean Futures Arizona State University Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences 17 Biological Lane St. George's GE01, Bermuda Submitted in my individual capacity. Institutional affiliation is provided for identification purposes only. July 13, 2026 Public Comment on Docket OMB-2026-0034 I am an Assistant Re more ST
Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at University of California San Francisco: OMB Proposed Revisions Threaten Scientific Merit and HIV AIDS Research Progress (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I write these comments to express my highest level of opposition to the proposed revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). I am a social and behavioral scientist and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco. I am submitting this comment in my personal capacity and not on behalf of the University of more ST
Association for Ecosystem Research Centers: OMB Proposed Rule on Federal Grants Sparks Concerns Over Scientific Integrity and Global Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2026 President Joel C. Trexler, PhD Coastal and Marine Laboratory Florida State University 3618 Coastal Highway 98 St Teresa, FL 32358 (305) 926-8181 jtrexler@fsu.edu Past President William H. McDowell, PhD Institute of Environment Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street, OE 148 Miami, FL 33199 (305) 348-2576 wmcdowel@fiu.edu Secretary Lu more ST
Association for Utah Community Health Urges CMS To Remove Burdensome Medicaid Community Engagement Impairment Requirement (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 5217 South State Street, Suite 201, Murray, UT 84107 801.716.4600 www.auch.org July 31, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Submitted via more ST
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Proposes Enhanced State Coordination in BLM Wilderness Land Use Planning (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 The voice of fish and wildlife agencies 1100 First Street, NE, Suite 825 Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202-838-3474 Fax: 202-350-9869 Email: info@fishwildlife.org August 12, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Stevan Pearce, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington DC 20240 Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Character more ST
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Proposes Revisions to BLM Manual to Enhance State Authority and Scientific Standards in Wilderness Area Management (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The voice of fish and wildlife agencies 1100 First Street, NE, Suite 825 Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202-838-3474 Fax: 202-350-9869 Email: info@fishwildlife.org August 13, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Stevan Pearce, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas  more ST
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Proposes Revisions to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Wilderness Administration Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 The voice of fish and wildlife agencies 1100 First Street, NE, Suite 825 Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202-838-3474 Fax: 202-350-9869 Email: info@fishwildlife.org August 14, 2026 Josh Coursey, Senior Advisor to the Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1849 C St., NW Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Wilderness Administration and Resource Stewardship RE more ST
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Seeks Revised Bureau of Land Management Manual to Enhance State Authority and Scientific Coordination in Wilderness Study Areas (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 The voice of fish and wildlife agencies 1100 First Street, NE, Suite 825 Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202-838-3474 Fax: 202-350-9869 Email: info@fishwildlife.org August 12, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Stevan Pearce, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington DC 20240 Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas RE:  more ST
Association of Independent Research Institutes Urges OMB to Withdraw Proposed Rule on Federal Financial Assistance Due to Funding and Administrative Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR Part 200 and related parts) Dear Director Vought: The Association of Independent Research Insti more ST
AZ Cyber Initiative: OMB Proposed Rule Threatens Stability and Funding for Small Cybersecurity Education Nonprofits Serving Underserved Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 477 W. Crawford St. Nogales, AZ 85621 Tel: 520-910-2484 www.azcyber.org July 13, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted via www.regulations.gov RE: Docket OMB-2026-0034, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance To Whom It May Concern: I write on behalf of AZ Cyber Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in Nogales, Ari more ST
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law: CMS Faces Criticism Over Medical Frailty Exemption and Community Engagement Requirements in Medicaid Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted via Regulations.gov July 31, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8016 Re: RIN 0938-AV98; CMS-2454-IFC, Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: The Bazelon Cente more ST
Bear River Health Department Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: The Bear River Health Department (BRHD) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to 2 more ST
Belmont University Legal Expert Urges CMS to Revise Medical Frailty Criteria in Medicaid Work Requirements Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirements for Certain Individuals (Interim Final Rule with Comment Period), 91 Fed. Reg. 33348 (June 3, 2026), corrected at 91 Fed. Reg. 39,028 (June 29, 2026) more ST
Biotechnology Experts Warn Proposed Federal Grant Rules Could Harm Startups And Nonprofits (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Proposed Revisions to the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to the Office of Management and Budget's Guidance for Federal Financial Assista more ST
Black Child Development Institute Raises Concerns Over Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements Impacting Family Health Coverage in Ohio (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. RE: CMS-2454-IFC - Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals The Black Child Development Institute-Ohio (BCDI-Ohio) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Interim Final Rule, Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (CMS-2454-IFC). BCDI-Ohio  more ST
BLM Faces Opposition to Proposed Revisions of Wilderness Management Manuals Amid Concerns Over Reduced Protections and Public Engagement (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, B more ST
Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy Rutgers University: OMB Proposed Rule for Federal Financial Assistance Raises Concerns Over Economic Impact on University Research and State Budgets (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance The revisions to OMB's Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance are highly problematic for a number of reasons. As a Professor and Administrator at a public policy school, I am particularly concerned about the negative impacts on university research. Many researchers, particularly those who do not yet have academic  more ST
Blue Ridge Health Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rule Would Undermine Healthcare Access in Rural Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comments on OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (2 C.F.R. Part 200) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of Blue Ridge Health, I appreciate the opportunity to comment more ST
Blue Ridge Health Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rule Would Threaten Healthcare Access in Rural North Carolina (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comments on OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (2 C.F.R. Part 200) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of Blue Ridge Health, I appreciate the opportunity to comment more ST
Boom Supersonic Demonstrates Boomless Cruise Enabling Quiet Supersonic Flights Over Land (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. EXHIBIT 40 Boom Supersonic Announces Boomless Cruise boomsupersonic.com/press-release/boomless-cruise-announcement Feb 10, 2025 XB-1 test plane demonstrated supersonic flight with no audible sonic boom. Boomless Cruise enables flights up to 50% faster over land and 2X faster over water on Overture supersonic airliner. MOJAVE, CA and DENVER, February 10, 2025 - Boom Su more ST
Botanical Society of America Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rule Threatens Scientific Research and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Botanical Society of America 4344 Shaw Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63110 www.botany.org Our Mission: To inspire and promote an inclusive global community committed to advancing fundamental knowledge and innovation in the botanical sciences for the benefit of people and the environment. Mr. Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the Presiden more ST
BrightView Urges CMS to Remove Arbitrary Community Engagement Limitations for Medicaid Beneficiaries With Substance Use Disorders (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals 91 FR 33348 [CMS-2454-IFC] RIN 0938-AV98 Public Comment Submission BrightView, LLC BrightView, LLC ("BrightView") appreciates the opportunity to offer comments on the above styled Interim Final Rule with Comment Period ("IFC") to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Br more ST
British Pharmacological Society Opposes Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Restricting Conference Attendance Memberships And Publication Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket (OMB-2026-0034) The British Pharmacological Society welcomes the opportunity to submit comments on the 'Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance'. Pharmacology is at the forefront of our fight to help ensure everyone can live healthy lives for longer. We use the term pharmacology to encompass all areas of the science of drugs and medicine, and we recognise th more ST
California Alliance Urges Clarity and Flexibility in Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements for Vulnerable Populations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: RIN 0938-AV98 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (RIN 0938-AV98) On behalf of the California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CA Alliance), we thank you for the opportunity to comment more ST
California Mountain Biking Coalition Urges Preservation of BLM Wilderness Management Manual Without Expanding Bicycle Access (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Michael Anzalone Executive Director California Mountain Biking Coalition PO Box 550709 South Lake Tahoe, CA 96155 BLM Manual 6340 - Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Docket No. BLM-2026-0067 Submit via regulations.gov, Docket BLM-2026-0067 To: Sean MacDougall BLM Division of National Conservation Lands Bureau of Land Management U more ST
Canadian Biogas Association Urges Revisions to North American Industry Classification System for Accurate Biogas and RNG Industry Representation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Canadian Biogas Association . Association canadienne du biogaz 222 Queen Street, Suite 1000, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5V9 T: 613 822-1004 | www.biogasassociation.ca | jgreen@biogasassociation.ca August 12, 2026 Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs Office of Management and Budget 9245 New Executive Office Building 725 17th St NW Washington, D.C. 20503 RE more ST
Cancer Advocacy Groups Urge CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements to Protect Cancer Patients (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. CONTACT: 2446 39TH STREET NW . WASHINGTON, D.C. 20007 Phone: 202-333-4041 . www.cancerleadership.org CANCER LEADERSHIP COUNCIL A PATIENT-CENTERED FORUM OF NATIONAL ADVOCACY ORGANIZATIONS ADDRESSING PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES IN CANCER July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Se more ST
Carbon County Commissioners Urge OMB to Limit Grant Termination Authority and Reduce Administrative Burdens in Proposed Uniform Guidance Rewrite (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OFFICE OF THE CARBON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Commissioners Michael J. Sofranko, Chairman Wayne E. Nothstein, Vice-Chairman Rocky C. Ahner, Member Eloise K. Ahner, County Administrator Robert S. Frycklund, Solicitor Carbon County Administration Building P.O. Box 129 Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 Telephone: (570) 325-3611 Fax: (570) 732-0051 E-mail: commissionersoffice@carboncounty.net more ST
Cell Biologist: Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rules Threaten US Biomedical Research and Innovation Ecosystem (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. RE: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" Introduction I appreciate the opportunity to provide feedback on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," published in Federal Register on May 29, 2026. For background, I am a PhD cell biologist working as a scientist at a clinical stage, pub more ST
Center for Biological Diversity: EPA Faces Criticism Over Proposed Approval of Persistent PFAS Herbicide Isoxaflutole on GMO Crops (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 11th, 2026 Environmental Protection Agency Docket Center Docket Number EPA-HQ-OPP-2020-0202 Isoxaflutole: New Use on Herbicide Resistant Cotton Mail Code 28221T 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Washington, DC 20460 Re: New Use of Isoxaflutole on GMO Cotton and Expanded Use on GMO Soybean (Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPP-2020-0202) Please accept the following comments on behalf  more ST
Chicago School Researcher Warns New Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Could Undermine Scientific Integrity and Evidence Based Practice (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Re: Public Comment on Docket # OMB-2026-0034 - "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" To Whom It May Concern: I submit this comment in strong opposition to the proposed rule, Docket # OMB-2026-0034, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance." I am Elizabeth Meshes, PhD, BCBA-D, an Associate Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis, researcher, educator, and Boa more ST
Child Care Resource Center: Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Faces Criticism Over Child Care Provider Coverage and Verification Requirements (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Interim Final Rule, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals," CMS-2454-IFC; RIN 0938-AV98 Dear Administrator and CMS Staff more ST
Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington Urges OMB to Withdraw Proposed Pre-Issuance Review Citing Legal Conflicts and Oversight Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 72517th St. NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comment of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington in response to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, titled "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" (Docket No. OMB-2026-0034) Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) submits this comment o more ST
City of Huntington Urges OMB to Ensure Stability and Reduce Administrative Burden in Federal Grant Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought, City of Huntington appreciates the opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to 2 CFR Part 200. Huntington is located in Oregon and has  more ST
City of Redmond Opposes Proposed OMB Rule on Federal Financial Assistance Citing Operational and Financial Risks (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Connected Community Enhanced Livability Environmental Sustainability Leadership City Hall PO Box 97010 15670 NE 85th Street Redmond, WA 98073-9710 July 10, 2026 Honorable Russel T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal more ST
City of Thomasville and Health Care Authority Oppose OMB Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Over Fears of Increased Burdens and Funding Uncertainty for Small Rural Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Alabama | Texas | New York | Washington, DC July 11, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comment Opposing Proposed Rule, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," Docket OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: I submit these comments on behalf of the City of Thomasville, Alabama, and T more ST
City of Vancouver Urges OMB to Revise Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Over Concerns of Increased Burden and Uncertainty (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. in CITY OF Vancouver WASHINGTON July 10, 2026 Director Russell T. Vought Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200; Docket OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the City of Vancouver, Washington, I respectfully submit these comments in respo more ST
Climbers Raise Concerns Over Proposed National Park Director's Order Threatening New Route Development and Fixed Anchor Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed Director's Order 41. Over the past 3 decades, I have climbed dozens of new routes in wilderness areas of National Parks (mostly in Yosemite National Park), and I have a lot of experience in this exploratory realm of rock climbing. I have significant concerns regarding the tone and language of this proposed Director's more ST
Coalition for Clinical and Translational Science Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rule Could Disrupt Biomedical Research and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Assistance Executive Office of the President RE: Proposed Rule, Regulation of Federal Financial Assistance [2 CFR Parts 200, 300, 376, and 382 RIN 0991-AC35] The Coalition for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) writes today to register strong reservations and provide feedback on the Offi more ST
Coalition for Health Funding Opposes Proposed Federal Grant Revisions Citing Risks to Public Health and Research Integrity (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Revisions to Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (May 29, 2026) Dear Director Vought, The Coalition for Health Funding (CHF), an  more ST
Coalition of Local Governments Urge BLM to Respect FLPMA Limits in Wilderness Land Use Planning (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COALITION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS 1689 COUNTY ROAD 263 FORT BRIDGER, WY 82933 COUNTY COMMISSIONS FOR LINCOLN, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING, AND DAGGETT- UTAH; AND CONSERVATION DISTRICTS FOR LINCOLN, LITTLE SNAKE, STAR VALLEY, SWEETWATER, AND UINTA - WYOMING August 14, 2026 VIA Regulations.gov Stevan Pearce Director, Bureau of Land Management U.S. Department more ST
College of New Jersey Professor Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rules Could Undermine US Scientific Leadership and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 11, 2026 Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Comments on Proposed Rule, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" To the US Office of Management and Budget: I am a Professor of Mathematics at The College of New Jersey, a small public comprehensive college of approximately 8000 students. I have taught mathematics for three decades and served for nine years as a de more ST
Colorado Advocates for Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities: Advocates Urge Withdrawal of Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Citing Coverage Loss and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC Dear Secretary Kennedy and Administrator Oz: We submit this comment in opposition to the Interim Final Rule, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals," and are urging its withdrawal, a delay in its implementation, or more ST
Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition Urges CMS to Protect Medically Frail Medicaid Recipients From Burdensome Community Engagement Rules (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition Comments on Medicaid Community Engagement and Reporting Requirements July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals To whom it may concern: The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC) submits these co more ST
Colorado River Indian Tribes Urge OMB to Respect Tribal Sovereignty and Reduce Administrative Burdens in Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES Colorado River Indian Reservation 26600 MOHAVE ROAD PARKI.R, ARIZONA 85344 TELEPHONE (928) 669-9211 FAX (928) 669-1216 July 9, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Docket No. 2026-10817 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought: On be more ST
Colorado State University Director of Cell & Molecular Biology Graduate Program Says OMB Proposed Rule on Federal Research Grants Faces Criticism for Political Interference and Funding Instability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 more ST
Community Action Agency Warns OMB Regulation Changes Threaten Federal Funding Stability and Service Delivery (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Emma Pietrantonio King The ACCESS Agency, Inc (dba Access Community Action Agency) Willimantic, CT emma.king@accessagency.org RE: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance To Whom It May Concern, Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the proposal to revise several parts of the OMB Guidance for more ST
Community Action Agency Warns Proposed Federal Funding Changes Will Hinder Rural Service Delivery and Increase Administrative Burden (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Helping People. Changing Lives. 418 S. Marion Street Remsen, IA 51050 712-786-2001 www.midsioux.org Serving Lyon Sioux Plymouth Cherokee Ida Counties 1-800-859-2025 Fax 712-786-3250 Hearing Impaired Call 711 An Equal Opportunity Employer July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Docket  more ST
Community Change Opposes CMS Definition of Medical Frailty and Urges Broader Caregiver Exemptions in Medicaid Community Engagement Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals [CMS-2454-IFC] (June 3, 2026) Dear Administrator Oz, Community Change appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Department of Health and more ST
Conservation Groups Urge BLM to Retain Existing Wilderness Management Manuals Amid Concerns Over Potential Policy Rollbacks (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, B more ST
Conservation Groups Urge Bureau of Land Management to Retain Existing Wilderness Management Manuals and Oppose Proposed Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Areas Attention: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, B more ST
COSCDA Seeks Clarity and Extended Comment Period on OMB Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Striving to Build Better Communities 630 Eye Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 T: (202) 293-5820 W: www.coscda.org Rebecca Frawley Wachtel, Massachusetts, President Suzanne Barnard, Texas, Vice-President Kimberly Carter, Georgia, Treasurer Kent Archer, Tennessee, Secretary Tess Hembree, Executive Director July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget S more ST
Council on Social Work Education, Society for Social Work & Research Warn Proposed Federal Grant Rules Could Harm Behavioral Health Research and Workforce Development (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR Part 200 and related parts) Dear Director Vought: The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and  more ST
County of Monterey Advocates for Revisions to Federal Grant Regulation to Protect Local Services and Governance (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Board of Supervisors Luis A. Alejo, District 1 Glenn Church, District 2 Chris M. Lopez, District 3 Wendy Root Askew, Chair, District 4 Kate Daniels, Vice Chair, District 5 County of Monterey Clerk of the Board 168 West Alisal St. 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901 831 755 5066 cob@co.monterey.ca.us WWW.CO.MONTEREY.CA.US July 8, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY  more ST
Credential Engine Advocates for Clarification on Data Standards in Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 2021 L Street NW, Suite 101-342 Washington, DC 20036 www.credentialengine.org July 13, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; Docket ID OMB-2026-0034 (91 FR 32198) To Whom It May Concern: Thank you for the opportunity to comment in response to the Office of Management an more ST
Crook County Wyoming Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 8, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the County of Crook, Wyoming, I respectfully subrnit these comments in response to the Office of Managernen more ST
CUNY Queens College Director of Undergraduate Research Says OMB Proposal Risks Politicizing Federal Research Funding and Undermining Scientific Collaboration and Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment on OMB-2026-0034 This proposal strives to improve transparency, accountability, and oversight for Federal awards. In my experience, the system is already remarkably robust and successful in identifying and reporting the best innovative research possible. I am submitting this comment to strongly oppose the sweeping changes outlined in the OMB's proposed "Regulation more ST
Curry County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Rule Expansion and Fiscal Risks (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Curry County New Mexico Board of County Commissioners 417 Gidding Street, Suite 100 Clovis, NM 88101 Phone (575) 763-6016 Fax (575) 763-3656 COMMISSIONERS Fidel Madrid District 1 Brad Bender District 2 Dusty Leatherwood District 3 Seth Martin District 4 Kyle Cain District 5 County Manager Lance A. Pyle July 12, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Bud more ST
CVSA Urges FMCSA to Deny Huntsman Transport Exemptions on Vehicle Markings and Hours of Service Rules (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 13, 2026 Dockets Operations U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE W58-213, West Building Washington, DC 20590-0001 RE: Docket No. FMCSA-2024-0317 Hours of Service: Colorado Huntsman Transport, Inc. d/b/a Huntsman Transport; Application for Exemptions The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) respectfully submits the follow more ST
Defenders of Wildlife Members Submit Over 8,200 Comments Opposing Rollbacks on Wilderness Management Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C St. NW Washington, DC 20240 Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, BLM-2026-0068, BLM-2026-0069, NPS-2026-0100, FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-2575). Re: Comments on the Department of Interior's review of wilderness policies, including Management of BLM Designated Wilderness, Management of BLM more ST
Department of State's Proposed ITAR Part 130 Rule Faces Legal and Operational Challenges Over Reporting Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Bureau of Political-Military Affairs U.S. Department of State 2401 E Street NW, Suite H1200 Washington, DC 20522 RE: Comments on Proposed Rule: International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Part 130 Changes To Reduce Reporting Burden Docket ID: DOS-2026-0562-0001 | RIN: 1400-AF94 I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The D more ST
Desert Tortoise Council Expresses Concern Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Revisions Affecting Scientific Research Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Desert Tortoise Council/Proposed Regulations - Revisions for Federal Financial Assistance.7-11-2026 1 DESERT TORTOISE COUNCIL 3807 Sierra Highway #6-4514 Acton, CA 93510 www.deserttortoise.org eac@deserttortoise.org Via regulations.gov July 11, 2026 Andrew Reisig, Joel Savary Office of Federal Financial Management Office of Management and Budget 725 1 more ST
Diabetes Leadership Council, Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition Urge CMS to Retract Exclusions for Under Medical Frailty Standard (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Diabetesleadership.org Diabetespac.org July 31, 2026 The Honorable Robert Kennedy Secretary Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: more ST
Director of the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania: OMB Proposed Rule on Federal Cancer Research Grants Sparks Concerns Over Transparency Accountability and Scientific Peer Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 10, 2026 Russel T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Response to Federal Register Notice, Document, 2026-10817 (91) FR32198 Submitted Electronically: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/OMB-2026-0034-000 I wish to provide my comments in response to the release on May 29, 2026, from the Office of M more ST
Duke-Margolis Institute Recommends National Plan Updates to Advance Early Detection and Coordinated Care for Alzheimer's Disease (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Submitted via regulations.gov Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary Department of Health and Human Services Docket ID: HHS-ASPE-2026-0298-0001 August 15, 2026 Re: HHS Request for Comment on the Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease Dear Secretary Kennedy, The Robert J. Margolis, MD, Institute for Health Policy at Duke University (Duke-Marg more ST
East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission Seeks Clarifications on Proposed Federal Grant Regulation to Support Regional Planning and Timely Reimbursement (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Friday, July 10, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission - Comments on the Proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket ID No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB88) On behalf of East Central Wisconsin Region more ST
Environmental Health Sciences: OMB Proposed Federal Grants Regulation Faces Strong Opposition Over Procedural Failures and Substantive Harms (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 July 11, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comment on Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" (91 Fed. Reg. 32198) Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Submitted via regulations.gov To Whom It May Concern: Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) respectfully submits these com more ST
Erie Family Health Centers Urge CMS to Reconsider Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Prevent Coverage Losses and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Erie Family Health Centers (Erie), I appreciate the oppo more ST
Essential Hospitals Urge OMB to Protect Life-Saving Research and Minimize Grant Disruptions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th St. NW Washington, DC 20503 Ref: OMB-2026-0034: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed rule. We write to address how the proposed revisions to standardize the federal grant processes would affect e more ST
Expert Physicist Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rules Threaten Research Independence and International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am writing with respect to elements of the Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance proposed on May 29, 2026. I am a Professor Emeritus and Adjunct Research Professor of Physics at the University of Cincinnati, writing in my personal capacity (titles provided solely for identification and to provide context). I am an experimental particle physicist, funded by the Nati more ST
Experts Criticize Proposed Grant Making Rules for Undermining Scientific Research and Autonomy (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments on Docket OMB-2026-0034 Proposal for grant making rules I am writing in opposition to many of the recommendations included in this document. I am qualified to offer meaningful comments as a now retired Professor Emerita of Basic Medical Science and Adjunct Professor of Behavioral Science employed by Mercer University School of Medicine for over 20 years. As such more ST
Experts Urge Withdrawal of CMS Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements Due to Anticipated Harm and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Health and Human Services Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator of the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 more ST
Extalvo Urges Clear Medicare Coverage Guidance for Combination Products and Software Under RAPID Pathway (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. EXTALVO, INC. 100 Park Avenue, PH1G . Fort Lee, New Jersey 07024 mario.guralnik@extalvo.com . www.extalvo.com August 14, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-3487-NC P.O. Box 8010 Baltimore, MD 21244-8010 Re: File Code CMS-3487-NC - Medi more ST
FAA Urged to Set Higher Sonic Boom Thresholds to Boost Supersonic Flight Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Supersonic Flight NPRM Comments Page 1 of 5 16 August 2026 Docket Operations, M-30 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Room W12-140 West Building Ground Floor Washington, DC 20590-0001 Re: Enabling Supersonic Overhead Flight NPRM Docket Number FAA-2026-6935 This letter provides comments on Federal Aviation Administration more ST
FalconX Bravo Urges Regulatory Clarity on Perpetual Contracts Cross Border Triggers and Alternative Compliance Enhancements (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted Electronically August 12, 2026 Christopher Kirkpatrick Secretary of the Commission Commodity Futures Trading Commission Three Lafayette Centre 1155 21st Street NW Washington, DC 20581 Vanessa A. Countryman Secretary Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549-1090 Re: Joint Request for Comment on Further Definition of "Swap" and "Secu more ST
Farm Commons Warns Proposed OMB Uniform Guidance Revisions Threaten Federal Award Reliability and Community Partnerships (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Supporting Memorandum Farm Commons' Comment on OMB's Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Guidance Submitted to the Office of Management and Budget July 10, 2026 Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Published Document: 2026-10817 (91 FR 32198) Docket No.: OMB-2026-0034 Provisions addressed: Suspension and termination: Sub Sec. 200.211, 200.340-343 Adm more ST
Federal Proposed Rule Threatens Rare Disease Research Through Political and International Collaboration Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 8, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (pr more ST
Federal Researcher Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Rule Elevating Uniform Guidance to Binding Regulation Due to Threats to Scientific Integrity and Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (pro more ST
Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies Warns New DHS Data Sharing Policy Could Reduce TANF Participation and Harm Immigrant Families (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 11, 2026 John Talieri Senior Official for Privacy Administration for Children and Families 330 C Street SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: FR Docket No. 2026-12514 Comments in Response to Department of Health and Human Services System of Records Notice, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Data (System No. 09-80-0375) Dear Mr. Talieri, The Feder more ST
Fellow of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine Says Federal Proposal Threatens Science Funding With Political Oversight and Increased Burden (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Public Comment - Docket OMB-2026-0034 Re: Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR), Vol. 91 Fed. Reg. No. 103 (May 29, 2026) Sections addressed: [200.205], [200.300], [200.340], [200.432], [200.454], [200.461] (plus additional provisions listed below) What is proposed, what is at stake, and what remedy I am requesting The stated goals of this proposal -  more ST
Florida Health Centers Warn Proposed Federal Grant Rule Could Disrupt Care and Increase Costs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Florida Association of Community Health Centers - OMB-2026-0034 Comments 1 | P a g e July 9, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comments on OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance [2 C.F.R. Part 200]  more ST
Flowers Early Learning Urges OMB to Maintain Stability and Reduce Administrative Burdens in Federal Grant Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Assistance 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (RIN 4040-AF50) Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) To Whom It May Concern: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR more ST
Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics Call for Stronger Wilderness Stewardship Policy and Adoption of Minimum Requirements Analysis Framework (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 P.O. Box 11615, Eugene, OR 97440 Tel: (541) 484-2692 Email: kevin@fseee.org August 14, 2026 Michael P. Michener Deputy Associate Director, Visitor and Resource Protection National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov Re: Comments on Director's Order #41: Wilde more ST
Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics Criticize Proposed Tiered Grizzly Bear Protection Rule for Legal and Conservation Shortcomings (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Brian Nesvik, Director U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Docket No. FWS-R6-ES-2024-0186; RIN 1018-BI14 - Comments of Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics on the Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Revised Proposed Protective Regulations Un more ST
Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics Urges USDA to Strengthen Wilderness Preservation Standards and Update Minimum Requirements Analysis Framework (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. P.O. Box 11615, Eugene, OR 97440 Tel: (541) 484-2692 Email: kevin@fseee.org August 14, 2026 Cynthia Martinez Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Attn: Docket No. FWS-HQ-NWRS-2026-2575 Policy and Regulations Branch, MS: PRB (JAO/3W) 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041-3803 Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations more ST
Forest Service Employees for Environmental Ethics: BLM Wilderness Manual Review Highlights Structural Flaws and Calls for Essential Updates (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. P.O. Box 11615, Eugene, OR 97440 Tel: (541) 484-2692 Email: kevin@fseee.org August 14, 2026 Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov, Docket No. BLM-2026-0067 Director (630) Bureau of Land Management U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas cc: Sean MacDougall, Divis more ST
Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Warns Proposed Federal Funding Regulations Could Disrupt Medical Research and Hinder Scientific Progress (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 320 W. Ohio Street, Suite 300 www.stopsarcoidosis.org info@stopsarcoidosis.org Chicago, IL 60654 312-341-0500 July 12, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Assistance Executive Office of the President RE: Proposed Rule, Regulation of Federal Financial Assistance [2 CFR Parts 200, 300, 376, and 382 RIN 0991-AC35] The Foundation for  more ST
Friends of Animals Urges Bureau of Land Management to Preserve Wilderness Protection Manuals Amid Rising Public Land Threats (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 Via regulations.gov Sean MacDougall BLM Division of National Conservation Lands Blm_HQ_410_wilderness@blm.gov 970-256-4934 Re: Policy Review: BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands With Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use Planning Process (BLM-2026-0068); Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330, Management of BLM Wilderness Study Areas (BLM-202 more ST
Friends of the Inyo Oppose Weakening Protections for Eastern Sierra Wilderness Study Areas and Lands With Wilderness Characteristics (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Via Regulations.gov: https://www.regulations.gov/document/BLM-2026-0069-0001 and https://www.regulations.gov/document/BLM-2026-0068-0001 Re: Comments from Friends of the Inyo on Policy Review: BLM Manual 6330, Management of BLM Wilderness Study Areas and Policy Review: BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands With Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use more ST
Genentech Urges HHS to Accelerate Access to Alzheimer's Diagnostics and Therapies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Via Electronic Submission to Regulations.gov The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy Jr. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: Request for Information: Update of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (81 FR 4160-90-P; Docket No. HHS-ASPE-2026-0298) Dear Secreta more ST
Generations United Urges CMS to Expand Medicaid Caregiver Exemptions and Simplify Documentation Requirements for Kinship Families (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 31st, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Interim Final Rule titled, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals, more ST
Giffords Center for Violence Intervention: Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Faces Opposition for Threatening Stability of Community Violence Intervention Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 SUBMITTED VIA FEDERAL RULEMAKING PORTAL: https://www.regulations.gov ATTN: OMB-2026-0034 RE: Public Comment on OMB-2026-0034: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance This comment is submitted on behalf of GIFFORDS Center for Violence Intervention in response to the "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" (OMB-2026-0034) proposed rule ("the P more ST
Gladstone Institutes in San Francisco: Federal Research Funding Proposed Revisions Raise Concerns Over Stability Access and Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 (OMB-2026-0034-0001) To Whom It May Concern: I am a physician-scientist who has spent more than two decades leading federally funded biomedical research, currently directing an infectious disease r more ST
Glendale Elementary School District Urges Flexibility in OMB Conference Approval Rules to Support Educator Development and Retention (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Glendale Elementary School District Re: OMB Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (Uniform Guidance Revision) Section 200.432-Conferences Docket ID: 2026-10817 To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of the Glendale Elementary School District, I respectfully submit the following comments in response to the Office of Management and Budget's propose more ST
GovEvolve: OMB Urged to Establish Independent NAICS Code for Information Technology Value-Added Resellers (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 2 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)-Updates for 2027 Docket ID (USBC-2026-0133) To: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Executive Office of the President (EOP) From: GovEvolve Date: August 12, 2026 Subject: North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)-Updates for 2027: Es more ST
Grantmakers In Health Raises Concerns Over Medicaid Work Requirements Creating Coverage Barriers and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1850 Re: Comments on the Medicaid Community Engagement Interim Final Rule On behalf of Grantmakers In Health (GIH) and our undersigned Funding Partners, we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Centers for Medic more ST
Greater Lawrence Family Health Center Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rules to Prevent Coverage Loss and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. One Griffin Brook Drive, Suite 101 Methuen, Massachusetts 01844-1865 (978) 725-7400 TTY (978) 689-6438 Fax (978) 687-3726 July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requireme more ST
Greater New York Hospital Association Urges CMS to Rethink Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Over Medical Frailty and Access Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July Thirty-One 2 0 2 6 Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary Department of Health and Human Services Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule File Code CMS-2454-IFC Dear Secretary Kennedy: On behalf of the more than 200 hospitals and health systems across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island that make  more ST
Guided Neurocognitive Engagement Technology Founder Osman Urges HHS to Expand Person-Centered Dementia Infrastructure (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Introduction I respectfully submit these comments as Founder of GNET - Guided Neurocognitive Engagement Technology - in response to the Department of Health and Human Services Request for Information concerning the comprehensive update of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease through 2035. The United States should continue strong investment in preventing, dete more ST
Hancock County Behavioral Health Board Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) Hancock County Board of Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (HCADAMHS) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ("NPRM") pertaining to the proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. HCADAMHS is t more ST
Harvard Medical School Assistant Professor Opposes OMB Rule Threatening Scientific Independence and Funding Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought  Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); Comment Deadline: July 13, 2026 Prop more ST
Harvard Medical School Expert Warn Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Could Undermine Biomedical Research Integrity and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Martin V. Pusic MD PhD Division of Emergency Medicine Department of Pediatrics Harvard Medical School 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115 617-355-6624 | fax 617-730-0335 Re: Docket OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance To the Office of Management and Budget: I write as a physician, medical educator, and previously NIH-funded investig more ST
Harvard Urges Delay of Proposed Federal Grant Rule Changes Citing Risks to Scientific Excellence and Research Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Office of the Vice Provost for Research | 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 664, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 July 10, 2026 Mr. Andrew Reisig Mr. Joel Savary Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Public Comment on OMB 2026-0034 Dear Mr. Reisig and Mr. Savary, I write on behalf of Harvard University to respond to the Of more ST
Hawaii Health Dept. Highlights Challenges and Opportunities in Advancing Alzheimer's Research Care and Support Services (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. STATE OF HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA OIHANA OLAKINO EXECUTIVE OFFICE ON AGING NO. 1 CAPITOL DISTRICT 250 SOUTH HOTEL STREET, SUITE 406 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96813-2831 STATE COUNCIL ON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 'A'UNIKE MOKU'APUNI NO KA NA KAWAI KULA PRINCESS VICTORIA KAMAMALU BUILDING 1010 RICHARDS STREET, Room 122 HONOLULU, HAWAII 96813 August 14, more ST
Head Start California Warns Proposed Federal Grant Regulations Would Increase Administrative Burden and Disrupt Services to Vulnerable Children and Families (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, Published Document No. 2026-10817 (91 FR 32198) To Whom It May Concern; Head Start California (HSC) is the nonprofit association that supports and represents Head Start providers in California. We represent 138 Federal grantees (r more ST
Healthcare Leadership Council Urges CMS to Streamline Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Prevent Coverage Losses (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Healthcare Leadership Council 750 9th Street, NW Suite 500, Washington, DC 20001 www.hlc.org July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC Mail Stop: C4-26-05 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement  more ST
HealthyWomen Urges Gender-Responsive Updates to National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PO Box 190 Oakhurst, New Jersey 07755 healthywomen.org August 15, 2026 Cynthia Goss Deputy Assistant Secretary Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Re: The National Plan to Adress Alzheimer's, HHS-ASPE-2026-0298 Submitted via regulations.gov Dear Ms. Goss: On behalf of HealthyWom more ST
Healy Lake Tribe Urges OMB to Protect Tribal Sovereignty and Reduce Compliance Burdens in Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Healy Lake Village Council We are the Mendas Cha-ag Tribe 600 University Avenue, Suite 100, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709 907-371-4044 Office * 907-371-1898 Fax July 9th, 2026 Office of Management & Budget Office of Federal Financial Management Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (RIN 4040-AB18) Dear Director: The Healy Lake Village Council respectfully submits thes more ST
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute Early Career Researcher Opposes Proposed Rule Transforming Federal Grant Funding With Political Oversight and Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 09, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); Comment Deadline: July 13, 2026 Pr more ST
Higher Education Consortium for Special Education Urges OMB to Maintain Peer Review and Grant Oversight in Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 11, 2026 RE: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Submitted via regulations.gov On behalf of the Higher Education Consortium for Special Education, I respectfully submit comments on the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposed revisions to the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance related  more ST
Home-Based Child Care Providers Urge CMS to Simplify Medicaid Work Exemption Rules and Prevent Coverage Loss (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: 2454-IFC 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850 Re: Community Engagement Requirement Interim Final Rule (CMS-2454-IFC) Home Grown is appreciative of the opportunity to provide comments in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ( more ST
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Investigator Says Federal Proposed Rule on Research Funding Sparks Opposition Over Political Review and Collaboration Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); Comment Deadline: July 13, 20 more ST
Illinois Community College Board Urges Revisions to Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Illinois Community College Board Sylvia M. Jenkins, PhD Chair Brian Durham, EdD Executive Director 401 East Capitol Avenue Springfield, Illinois 62701 (217) 785-0123 www.iccb.org July 10, 2026 Subject: Comments on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB), which coordinat more ST
IMBA Calls for Balanced BLM Policy on Lands With Wilderness Characteristics to Support Mountain Biking and Multiple Use Management (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Docket No. BLM-2026-068 BLM of Land Management Re: Policy Review - BLM Manual 6320, Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics in the BLM Land Use Planning Process The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the BLM of Land Management's review of Manual 6320, "Considering Lands with Wilder more ST
IMBA Urges BLM to Revise Wilderness Study Area Manual to Support Mountain Bike Access and Volunteer Stewardship (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. BLM-2026-0069 August 14, 2026 BLM of Land Management U.S. Department of the Interior Re: Policy Review of BLM Manual 6330 - Management of Wilderness Study Areas Dear BLM of Land Management: The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the BLM of Land Management's review of Manual 6330 - Manage more ST
Indiana Family Health Council Urges Withdrawal of OMB Proposed Rule on Federal Financial Assistance Due to Increased Burdens and Uncertainty (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: Indiana Family Health Council (IFHC) welcomes the opportunity to provide these comments on the US Office of more ST
Indiana State Senator Praises CMS Medicaid Community Engagement Rule and Urges Strict Medical Frailty Standards (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. State of Indiana Senate Senator Chris Garten Indiana State Senate 200 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204-2785 s45@iga.in.gov Committees: Appropriations, RM Tax and Fiscal Policy Rules and Legislative Procedure, RM State Budget Committee July 28, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Submitted electronicall more ST
International Neuropalliative Care Society Calls for Person-Centered Dementia Care in National Alzheimer's Plan (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. On behalf of the International Neuropalliative Care Society (INPCS), we appreciate the opportunity to provide comments regarding the comprehensive update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease. INPCS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the care of people living with neurologic illness. Our comments reflect the perspectives of health care profess more ST
International Society for Advancement of Cytometry Warns OMB Proposed Uniform Guidance Revisions Could Harm Scientific Progress and U S Competitiveness (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments of the International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) on the Office of Management and Budget's Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) Submitted by: International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management  more ST
International Society of Environmental Epidemiology Warns Proposed OMB Rule Could Hinder Scientific Research and Funding Transparency (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Dr. Shoshannah Eggers, PhD Dr. Hannah E. Laue, ScD Co-chairs, North American Chapter International Society of Environmental Epidemiology nachapter@iseepi.org July 8, 2026 Andrew Reisig Joel Savary Office of Federal Financial Management, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Re: Docket ID No. OMB-2026-0034 Dear Mr. Reisig and Mr. Savary, We are writing on behalf of  more ST
International Zebrafish Society: Proposed Federal Rules Threaten Zebrafish Research By Restricting Conference Attendance Publications And International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Re: Regulation for Federal Assistance (Docket No. 2026-10817) Founded in 2015, the International Zebrafish Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving more than 1,500 members, including 800 from the United States. The mission of IZFS is to promote international cohesion and cooperation in zebrafish research throug more ST
Isaac Health Highlights Telehealth and Multidisciplinary Care as Keys to Scaling Alzheimer's Disease Treatment and Support (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comment Letter from Isaac Health Subject: Response to Request for Information: Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease To: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) From: Isaac Health Background on Isaac Health: Isaac Health is a virtual memory care / dementia clinic offering clinical care to patients living with Alzheimer's or other more ST
Jewish Board of Family & Children's Services Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rules Threaten Stability and Services (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Submitted via Regulations.gov RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) The Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services (The Jewish Board) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ("NPRM") pertaining to the proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. We are New York State's la more ST
Johnson County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Rule Changes Impacting Local Administration and Funding Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 913-715-0725 office jocogov.org 800-766-3777 TDD f/jocogov 913-715-0727 fax @jocogov 111 S. Cherry Street, Suite 3300 Olathe, Kansas 66061 July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov RE: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; Proposed Rule, Regulat more ST
Kentucky Medicaid Beneficiaries and Caregivers Speak Out Against Community Engagement Rule Barriers and Impacts (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Kentucky Voices for Health received dozens of responses to a comment collector we distributed to collect public comments on CMS's Interim Final Rule implementing the Medicaid community engagement requirements under section 1902(xx) of the Social Security Act. We respectfully submit the responses we received as comments that speak to the direct on-the-ground impact that Med more ST
Laboratory Products Association Warns Proposed Federal Grant Revisions Risk Delays And Disrupt Scientific Supply Chain (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 120 Storage Solutions Lane, Box 12 White Post, VA 22663 PH 703-836-1360 / FX 703-836-6644 www.lpanet.org 120 Storage Solutions Lane, Box 12 White Post, VA 22663 PH 703-836-1360 / FX 703-836-6644 www.lpanet.org July 9, 2026 Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Revisions to th more ST
Lake County Urges OMB to Limit Termination Authority and Clarify Federal Grant Rule Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. LAKE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER CROWN POINT, INDIANA LAKE COUNTY COUNCIL LAKE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 2293 NORTH MAIN STREET CROWN POINT, INDIANA 46307 219-755-3280 FAX' 219-755-3283 DAVID HAMM 1ST DISTRICT July 2, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget _ 2ND DISTRICT. 725 17th Street, NW RONALD G. BREWER-, SR. Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Reg more ST
LEAD Coalition Urges OMB to Protect Federal Grants for Dementia Research and Care (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Filed electronically via Regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, U.S. Office of Management and Budget The White House RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)'s proposed revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 govern more ST
LeadingAge Highlights Financing and Workforce Challenges in Updated National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 15, 2026 Maria-Theresa Okafor, Ph.D., MCG Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Re: Request for Information - Update to the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease (Docket No. HHS-ASPE-2026-0298; 91 FR 46791) Dear Dr. Okafor:  more ST
League of Women Voters Opposes CMS Medicaid Work Requirements Citing Risks to Coverage for Medically Frail (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. LWV.ORG | 1233 20TH STREET NW, SUITE 500 | 202-263-1300 WASHINGTON, DC 20036 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals, 2026-11094 Dear Administrator Oz, The League of Women Voters of the  more ST
Legal Aid Society Urges Withdrawal of TANF Data Sharing Rule Citing Privacy and Access Concerns for New York Families (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Bronx Neighborhood Office 260 E. 161st Street, 8th Floor Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 991-4600 https://legalaidnyc.org/ Fax 646-616-4018 Alan Levine President Twyla Carter Attorney-in-Chief Chief Executive Officer Adriene L. Holder Chief Attorney Civil Practice Kat Meyers Attorney-in-Charge Bronx Neighborhood Office August 11, 2026 Via https://www.federalregister.gov/docum more ST
Linus Health Urges HHS to Treat Early Cognitive Detection as Healthcare Infrastructure (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov (Docket No. HHS-ASPE-2026-0298) Maria-Theresa Okafor, PhD, MCG Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20201 Dear Dr. Okafor, Linus Health respectfully submits these comments in re more ST
Los Angeles LGBT Center Urges CMS to Ease Medicaid Community Engagement Rules to Protect Vulnerable Patients (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Los Angeles LGBT Center Comments in Response to Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals, CMS-2454-IFC Dea more ST
LULAC Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Prevent Coverage Loss Among Latino and Vulnerable Populations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. League of United Latin American Citizens 1150 18th Street, NW, Suite 650 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 833-6130 FAX (202) 833-6135 www.LULAC.org NATIONAL PRESIDENT ROMAN PALOMARES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER JUAN PROANO NATIONAL OFFICERS Domingo Garcia Immediate Past President Maggie Rivera Treasurer Aiden Roach Youth President Ana Valenzuela VP for Elderly Elida  more ST
Lyon-Martin Urges CMS to Remove Significant Impairment Requirement to Protect Medically Frail Medicaid Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 31, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Submitted via regulations.gov Dear Secretary Kennedy: On behalf of Lyon-Martin Community Heal more ST
Main Street Foundation Urges Focus on Financial Condition and Material Risk in CAMELS Rating System Reforms (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 M E M O R A N D U M To: Hon. Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury Hon. Jonathan Gould, Comptroller of the Currency Hon. Michelle Bowman, Chairman, FFIEC From: Andrew Langer, President, Main Street Foundation Date: May 13, 2026 Re: Comments on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Notice, "Uniform Financial Institutions Rating System," Docket #OC more ST
Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association Urge EPA to Reject Expanded Use of Toxic Fluorinated Herbicides (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MAINE ORGANIC FARMERS AND GARDENERS ASSOCIATION 294 Crosby Brook Road, Unity, ME 04988 (207) 568-4142 info@mofga.org www.mofga.org August 10, 2026 Office of Pesticide Programs Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20460-0001 Re: Florpyrauxifen-benzyl First Residential Use Posting Memo for Public Participation [EPA-HQ-OPP-2022-0646]; Top more ST
Marathon County Raises Concerns Over OMB Proposed Changes to Federal Grant Administration Rules (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Marathon County Administration - 1100 Lake View Drive, Suite 100, Wausau WI 54403 - P: 715-261-1400 July 12, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: In my professio more ST
Marquette County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MARQUETTE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE RON BARGER STACY KOHN County Administrator Lead Accountant (608) 297-3001 (608) 297-3000 MELANIE ZUEHLS JILLIAN BAERWOLF HR/Payroll Manager Accounting Tech (608) 297-3084 (608) 297-3002 77 W Park St., Montello, WI 53949 Fax: (608) 297-7606 _______________________________________________________________________________ more ST
Maryland Ornithological Society Urges Stronger Protections for National Park Designated Wilderness Areas (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MARYLAND ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY www.mdbirds.org August 13, 2026 RE: NPS-2026-0100 Submitted via portal at: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/NPS-2026-0100-0001 Dear National Park Service: The Maryland Ornithological (MOS) urges NPS to enact updates to policy direction for identification, planning, and stewardship and administration of wilderness managed by NP more ST
Massachusetts Association for Community Action Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Docket OMB-2026-0034 - Proposed Rule, "Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance" To Whom It May Concern: MASSCAP (Massachusetts Association for Community Action) is the statewide association for the 23 Community Action Agencies - federally mandated antipoverty agencies - s more ST
Massachusetts Teachers Union Opposes Proposed Federal Grant Rule Changes Citing Increased Political Influence and Funding Instability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 8, 2026 Russell Vought Office of the Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 [Submitted via regulations.gov] Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Comments on Proposed Rule, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the 25,000 American Federation of Teachers Massachusetts educat more ST
MEAction Maryland Highlights Challenges of Medicaid Work Requirements for Patients With Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Calls for Policy Revisions to Accommodate Disability and Documentation Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. CMS-2026-2047-002 Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Public Comment File Code: CMS-2454-IFC Submitted by: MEAction Maryland Date: July 31, 2026 ME Action Maryland is a community group dedicated to aiding people throughout North America with complex chronic illnesses such as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) and long COVID. Our me more ST
MedChi Urges Evidence Based Oversight and Transparency in Federal Grant Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Oce of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards Dear Director Vought: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Oce of Management and Budg more ST
Medicaid Matters New York Warns New CMS Community Engagement Rule Will Cause Coverage Loss and Burden Vulnerable Populations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.medicaidmattersny.org | info@medicaidmattersny.org | @MedicaidMtrsNY July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MC 21244-1850 Attention: CMS-2454-IFC Submitted electronically via Medicaid.gov Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals; CM more ST
Merritt Island Wildlife Association Opposes FAA Proposal to Waive Environmental Protections for Space Operations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Merritt Island Wildlife Association PO Box 2683 Titusville, FL 32781 321-861-2377 August 17, 2026 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Re: Docket No. FAA-2026-8614: Proposing to Waive Environmental Protections for Commercial Space Licensing The Merritt Island Wildlife Association (MIWA) is the friend's group for the more ST
MetroHealth Warns Medicaid Work Requirement Implementation Risks Erroneous Coverage Loss and Reduced Care Utilization (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The MetroHealth System 2500 MetroHealth Drive Cleveland, Ohio 44109-1998 www.metrohealth.org Electronically submitted via www.regulations.gov July 31, 2026 Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: CMS more ST
Minnesota Counties Warn Proposed Federal Grant Rules Could Increase Burden and Funding Uncertainty (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: The Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC), representing all 87 Minnesota counties, appreciates the opportuni more ST
Minnesota Hospital Association Warns Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Will Increase Uninsured Burden and Hospital Costs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 161 Rondo Ave, St. 1010 St. Paul, MN 55103 mnhospitals.org July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Room 445-G Washington, DC 20201 Submitted electronically through www.regulations.gov RE: CMS-2454-IFC - Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirem more ST
Missouri Department of Transportation Warns Proposed OMB Federal Assistance Revisions Could Delay Projects and Increase Administrative Burden (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MoDOT 105 West Capitol Avenue P.O. Box 270 Jefferson City, Missouri 65102 Missouri Department of Transportation 1.888.ASK MODOT (275.6636) Ed Hassinger, P. E., Director July 9, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Subject: Comments on OMB's Proposed Revisions to Guidance for Federal Financial  more ST
MIT Warns Proposed Federal Research Funding Rules Risk Scientific Independence and Innovation Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ian A. Waitz Ofce of the Vice President for Research Vice President for Research 77 Massachusetts Avenue Jerome C. Hunsaker Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics Cambridge, MA 02139-4307 617-253-0218 | iaw@mit.edu July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20503 Re: Comments on  more ST
Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute Opposes OMB Proposed Rule Revisions Impacting Federal Research Funding and Dissemination (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. MDPI AG, Grosspeteranlage 5, 4052 Basel, Switzerland. Tel.: +41 61 683 77 34 mdpi.com 11th July 2026 Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Comment of MDPI on "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance" Office of Management and Budget Docket ID: OMB-2026-0034; Document ID: OMB-2026-0034-0001; RIN: 0348 more ST
Museum of Science President Urges Reconsideration of OMB Changes to Federal Grant Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Respectfully you President's Office Museum of Science@ 1 Science Park Boston, MA 02114-1099 617-589-0226 617-589-0219 (fax) mos.org July 9, 2026 Honorable Russell Vought Director, U.S. Office of Management and Budget The White House Re: OMB guidance governing federal grants and cooperative agreements Regulation Codifying Policies on Federal Financial Assistance, Revision more ST
MyImmigration Urges USCIS to Enhance E-Filing System Infrastructure Before Making Electronic Filing Mandatory (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COMMENT ON MANDATORY ELECTRONIC FILING (E-FILING) DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0232 | RIN 1615-AD19 Submitted by My Immigration, LLC My Immigration, LLC ("MyImmigration") supports USCIS's goal of modernizing immigration processing and expanding electronic filing. Properly implemented, electronic filing can reduce processing delays, eliminate unnecessary paper handling, impro more ST
NAMI Indiana Urges Revision of Medicaid Rules to Protect Mental Health Coverage for Hoosiers (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of NAMI Indiana, the Indiana chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, thank you for the opportunity to comment on the interim more ST
NASACT Urges Delay and Clarification of OMB Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, 2 CFR Part 200 To Whom it May Concern: On behalf of the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers (NASACT) we appreciate the opportunity to submit com more ST
NASTAD Urges CMS to Rescind Medicaid Community Engagement Rule That Threatens Continuous Care for People With HIV and Viral Hepatitis (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 444 North Capitol Street NW, Suite 339 Washington, DC 20001 (202) 434.8090 | NASTAD.org Officers Chair Maria Jackson, Colorado Vice-Chair Thaddeus Pham, Hawaii Secretary Stella Martin , New Mexico Treasurer Tom Dunn, Michigan Chair-Elect Samuel Burgess, Louisiana Immediate Past-Chair Sarah Braunstein, New York City Board Members Arlis Jenkins (Arizona) Tiffany more ST
National Advisory Board Urges CMS to Protect Medicaid Coverage While Implementing Community Engagement Requirements (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Interim Final Rule: Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: The National Advisory Board (NAB) on Improving Healthcare Serv more ST
National Association for Biomedical Research Urges OMB to Revise Guidance Instead of Imposing New Regulations on Federal Biomedical Research Grants (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Re: Docket OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance To: Andrew Reisig OMB Office of Federal Financial Grants@OMB.eop.gov. This letter is in response to the request for comments in the Proposed Rule that appeared in the Federal Register/Vol. 91, No. 103/Friday, May 29, 2026, regarding revising "the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistan more ST
National Association of Workforce Boards Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Changes Impacting Workforce Development Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (Docket OMB-2026-0034; FR Doc. 2026-10817; 91 FR 32198) To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB), representi more ST
National Bleeding Disorders Foundation Warns Proposed Federal Research Funding Changes Could Hinder Rare Disease Innovations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034-0001) Dear Director Vought: The Medical and Scientic Advisory Council (MASAC) of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation-the scientic arm of the national organization representing  more ST
National Council of Asian Pacific Americans Urges OMB to Reject Proposed Uniform Guidance Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Andrew Reisig and Joel Savary Office of Federal Financial Management U.S. Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Submitted via regulations.gov Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Mr. Reisig and Mr. Savary: The National Council of Asian Pa more ST
National Council on Independent Living Opposes Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement Citing Risks to People With Disabilities and Coverage Losses (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2025 Submitted via Regulations.gov U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Woodlawn, MD 21244 Re: Comments on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule with Comment Period To Whom It May Concern: The National Council on Independent Living (N more ST
National Disability Institute Opposes Medicaid Community Engagement Rule for People With Disabilities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 | NationalDisabilityInstitute.org 1701 K Street NW, Suite 1000 Washington, DC 20006 202.296.2040 (P) 202.296.2047 (F) Submitted via Regulations.gov July 31, 2026 Administrator Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21244-8016 Re: RIN 0938-AV98; CMS-245 more ST
National Parks Conservation Association Urges Stronger Protection of Wilderness Character in Rock Climbing Guidance (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 13, 2026 Docket No. NPS-2026-0101 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/NPS-2026-0101-0001 Since 1919, National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) has been the leading voice of the American people in protecting and enhancing our National Park System. On behalf of our more than 1.9 million members a more ST
National Taxpayers Union Supports CMS Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Attn: Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Submitted on regulations.gov CMS-2454-IFC; Docket No. CMS-2026-2047 Re: CMS Interim Final Rule on Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements On behalf of National Taxpayers Union, the nation's oldest taxpayer advocacy organiza more ST
National Wilderness Coalition Opposes Changes to Federal Wilderness Management Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Stevan Pearce, Director Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, BLM-2026-0068, and BLM-2026-0069) Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Area more ST
National Wilderness Coalition Urges Federal Agencies to Maintain Existing Wilderness Policy Framework (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Stevan Pearce, Director Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to https://www.regulations.gov (Docket Nos. BLM-2026-0067, BLM-2026-0068, and BLM-2026-0069) Attention: Management of Designated Wilderness Areas Attention: Management of Wilderness Study Area more ST
National Wilderness Coalition Urges Federal Agencies to Maintain Existing Wilderness Stewardship Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 Cynthia Martinez Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041 Submitted electronically via public participation portal to: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/15/2026-11956/wilderness-administration-and-resource-stewardship-request-for-information Re: Wilderness Adminis more ST
National Wildlife Refuge System Wilderness Policy Requires Clarification and Strengthening to Preserve Wilderness Character (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket Number NWRS-2026-2575 Nancy Roeper National Wilderness Coordinator, National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), 1999 - 2023 As the NWRS Wilderness Coordinator for many years, I took courses in Wilderness Stewardship and taught employees of the Service, National Park Service, BLM, and USFS in Wilderness Stewardship. I chaired  more ST
Nebraska Association of County Officials Expresses Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. :'l9jV 9j o NEBRASKA ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY OFFICIALS Wiliq'y Eell, Box Eutte Coiiu(y NACO Preskrlent 1335 H Street July 9, 2026 Lincoln, NE 68508 402-434-5660 nebraskacounfies.org Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 7251 7th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (D more ST
Neighborhood Healthcare Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rules to Protect Vulnerable Patients and Support Health Centers (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Neighborhood Healthcare (Neighborhood), I appreciate the more ST
Netsmart Technologies Urges CMS to Clarify Roles and Minimize Burden in Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement Implementation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals; CMS-2454-IFC; RIN 0938-AV98; 91 Fed. Reg. 33348 To Whom It May Concern: Netsmart Technologies, Inc. ("Netsmart") apprecia more ST
Nevada Agency for Nuclear Projects Executive Director Dilger Urges NRC to Maintain Federal Authority Over Greater Than Class C Waste Disposal (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. JOE LOMBARDO Governor STATE OF NEVADA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR AGENCY FOR NUCLEAR PROJECTS 1761 E. College Parkway, Suite 118 Carson City, NV 89706-7954 Telephone (775) 687-3744 Fax (775) 687-5277 E-mail: https://anp.nv.gov FRED C. DILGER, PhD Executive Director Electronically submitted using https://www.regulations.gov U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commissi more ST
Nevada SILC Warns Proposed Federal Regulations Threaten Independent Living Programs and Advocacy (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Nevada Statewide Independent Living Council is a non-profit corporation whose purpose is to: 1. to promote the philosophy of independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and system advocacy in order to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence, and productivity of ind more ST
New Hampshire Hospital Association Urges CMS to Modify Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Patient Coverage and Reduce Administrative Burden (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 125 Airport Road Concord, NH 03301-7300 603.225.0900 Fax: 603.225.4346 http://www.nhha.org July 31, 2026 Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: CMS-2454-IFC; Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Ad more ST
New Jersey Citizen Action Opposes New Medicaid Community Engagement Rules Citing Increased Coverage Losses and Implementation Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Laura Waddell Health Care Program Director New Jersey Citizen Action Laura@NJCitizenAction.org July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D. Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MC 21244-1850 Attention: CMS-2454-IFC Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2047. RE: more ST
New Jersey Environmental Protection Dept. Challenges EPA Approval of New York Air Quality Plan Over Emission Calculations and Cost Analysis (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ed Potosnak Acting Commissioner Paul Baldauf Assistant Commissioner Mikie Sherrill Governor Dr. Dale G. Caldwell Lt. Governor DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY & RADIATION PROTECTION 401 East State Street P.O. Box 420, Mail Code 401-02 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0420 Tel. (609) 984-1484 www.nj.gov/dep New Jersey is an Equal Oppo more ST
New Jersey Health Officials Warn Proposed Federal Grant Rules Threaten Local Public Health Services (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY AND CITY HEALTH OFFICIALS PO BOX 6987, FREEHOLD, NJ 07728 WWWNJACCHO.ORG PROTECTING NEW JERSEY'S HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT SINCE 1911 July 9, 2026 Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; Public Comments in Response to Regulation for Federal Financial Assist more ST
New Mexico Wilderness Alliance Urges Bureau of Land Management to Retain Protections for Lands With Wilderness Characteristics (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Wilderness | Wildlife | Water PO Box 25464 | Albuquerque NM 87125 | 505.843.8696 | www.nmwild.org 1 August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov/docket/BLM-2026-0068 Re: New Mexico Wild's Comments on Policy Review: BLM Manual 6320, Considerin more ST
NGRA Opposes Proposed Federal Rule on Financial Assistance Citing Risks to Scientific Research and Industry Progress (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 11, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: I am writing on behalf of the members of the National Grape Research Alliance (NGRA), a 501(c)(3) more ST
NIDDK-funded Diabetes Research Center at the University of Washington Senior Investigator Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations Over Political Interference and Funding Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Department of Medicine 750 Republican Street Room F681 Seattle, WA 98109 206.685.9988 skahn@uw.edu July 10, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation more ST
North Olympic Healthcare Network Urges Reconsideration of Proposed Federal Grants Regulation Citing Risks to Community Health Centers and Patient Care (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget ATTN: OMB-2026-0034 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of North Olympic Healthcare Network ("NOHN"), I would like to thank the Health Resources and Services Administration  more ST
Northwest Health Law Advocates Urge CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule to Protect Medically Frail Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1301 5th Ave., Suite 1200 Seattle, WA 98101 206-325-6464 nohla@nohla.org www.nohla.org SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY: Date: July 31, 2026 Administrator Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 RE: [CMS-2454-IFC] RIN 0938-AV98 Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requir more ST
Nowata Oklahoma Urges OMB to Consider Rural Impact in Federal Funding Regulation Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 07/10/2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200, Docket OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the city of Nowata, Oklahoma, we respectfully submit these comments regarding the Office of M more ST
NSF Proposed Guidance Faces Criticism Over Political Review Mid Term Award Terminations And Publication Cost Disallowance (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. TO: Policy Office, Division of Institution and Award Support, U.S. National Science Foundation DOCKET NO.: NSF-2026-OTR-0001-0003 (Replacing PAPPG Version 24-1) PROPOSED GUIDANCE: NSF Guidance on Financial Assistance (GFA), Version 27-1 FROM: Avery Davis Bell, PhD | Genetics Research Scientist, DATE: August 13, 2026 SUBJECT: Public Comment Opposing Political Revi more ST
Nuclear Energy Institute Supports NRC's Proposed Rule on Integrated Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal With Recommendations to Enhance Regulatory Clarity and Stakeholder Involvement (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Jennifer Uhle, Ph.D. Sr. Vice President Technical & Regulatory Services Phone: 202.247.5717 Email: jlu@nei.org August 17, 2026 Jody C. Martin Secretary of the Commission U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555-0001 ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff Project Number: 689 Submitted via Regulations.gov Subject: Nuclear Energy Institute Comments on Propo more ST
Ochelata Urges OMB to Limit New Federal Grant Rules That Burden Rural Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. c lE7awn al (, chelaia July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 P.O. BOX 268 OCHELATA, OKLAHOMA 74051 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200, Docket OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the town of Ochelata in Washington Cou more ST
Ohio Health Officials Urge Rescinding Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule to Protect Local Public Health Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 110 Northwoods Blvd. Suite A2 Columbus, Ohio 43235 Phone: (614) 781-9556 www.AOHC.net July 8, 2026 Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; Public Comments in Response to Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Director Vought, On behalf of the Association of Ohio Health Commis more ST
OMB Proposal to Revise Federal Finance Assistance Raises Concerns Over Peer Review Funding and Scientific Research Advancement (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I write to strongly oppose OMB's proposal to revise the Regulation for Federal Finance Assistance. I believe the changes threaten the quality of US research and would cause us to lose our place as a leader among countries that conduct rigorous scientific research. More specifically: Section 200.205 relegates the peer review process to a secondary role in the scientific ev more ST
OMB Proposal to Revise Federal Financial Assistance Guidance Sparks Concerns Over Governance Shift and Scientific Independence (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. i Comment on Proposal to Revise the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance, Office of Management and Budget Docket ID: OMB-2026-0034 RIN: 0348-AB88 (OMB) Submitted by: Chris Frey Raleigh, North Carolina Date Submitted: July 13, 2026 Capacity of Submission: Individual Disclaimer These comments are submitted solely in my individual capacity and represent my  more ST
OMB Proposed Grant Rules Threaten Scientific Integrity and Research Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Russell Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: Substantive Public Comment on Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 (Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, 91 Fed. Reg. 32198) Dear Director Vought, I submit this comment as the Founder and CEO of Maryland-based Silent Wing Strategies LLC,  more ST
OMB Proposed Rule Changes Risk Politicizing Federal Research Grant Funding and Undermining Peer Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am writing to comment on the proposed changes in the role of the Office of Management and Budget [OMB] in controlling research grants awarded by all Federal Agencies. These changes are specified in Federal Register document 2026-10817 (91 FR 3219). I base my comments on the more than 60 years I worked as an employee and as an outside expert with universities, corporation more ST
OMB Proposed Rule Changes Threaten Scientific Peer Review and Funding for Social Science Research on Financial Access (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket: OMB-2026-0034 Submitted by: Bill Maurer, PhD, anthropologist I write to express my strong concerns about OMB's proposed revisions to 2 CFR 200. For over 30 years I have been studying how people in different social and national contexts adopt and adapt new technologies of money and payment, from redenominated banknotes to mobile phone-based money transfer servic more ST
OMB Proposed Rule Creates Uncertainty for Rural Nonprofits and Community Development (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 Mr. Russell Vought Director US Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20503 RE: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Director Vought: Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management and  more ST
OMB Proposed Rule Faces Opposition for Threatening Federal Children's Health Research Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 11, 2026 Submitted online at regulations.gov to docket OMB-2026-0034-0001 RE: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance I strongly oppose the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposed rule on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. OMB should immediately withdraw the proposal. I am a former member of the Environmental Protection Agency's Children's more ST
OMB Proposed Rule Faces Strong Opposition Over Politicization and Funding Restrictions in Federal Research Grants (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Michael Brent, PhD Department of Computer Science and Engineering Henry Edwin Sever Professor Washington University in St. Louis, Campus Box 8510, 4444 Forest Park Blvd. St. Louis, Missouri 63108, (314) 362-7238, Fax: (314) 362-2156, http://www.cs.wustl.edu/~brent/ July 12, 2026 Submitted via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of more ST
Omb Proposed Rule on Federal Financial Assistance Threatens Community Health Centers With Funding Instability and Increased Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Oce of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submied via www.regulations.gov RE: Comments on OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance [2 C.F.R. Part 200] Dear Director Vought, Housing Works Community Healthcare submits these comments in response to the Oce of Managem more ST
OnShoringAmerica Proposes New NAICS Codes to Track Foreign Labor International Students and AI Automation for Workforce Transparency (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OnShoringAmerica Foreign Labor, International Student Enrollment & AI Automation 2026 Enhancing NAICS with Three Codes to Track Foreign Labor, Student Tracking & AI Automation Updated 4-16-2026 Copyright (c) 2025 OnShoringAmerica. All rights reserved Enhancing NAICS with Three Codes for Transparent Foreign Labor, Student Tracking and AI Automation Copyright (c) 202 more ST
Oregon Health & Science University Graduate Student Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Research Funding Rule Citing Risks to Scientific Integrity and Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9th, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29 more ST
Oregon Health Authority Urges Revision and Delay of Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements Due to Harmful Impacts (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 500 Summer St. NE, E-20, Salem, OR 97301 | Voice: 503-947-2340 | Fax: 503-947-2341 All relay calls accepted | www.oregon.gov/oha 1 of 6 OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR Tina Kotek, Governor July 31, 2026 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC PO Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Dear Administrator Oz, On b more ST
Oregon Law Center Urges Revisions to CMS Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Citing Burdens on Medically Frail Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 6 July 31, 2026 John Brooks Deputy Administrator and Director & Chief Policy and Regulatory Officer Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Re: CMS-2454-IFC, Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals - Oregon La more ST
Oregon Wild Urges Retention of Existing DOI Wilderness Policies to Protect Oregon's Wildlands (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PO Box 11648 Eugene, OR 97440 (541) 344-0675 WWW.OREGONWILD.ORG Portland Eugene Bend Enterprise 1 FROM: Doug Heiken, Oregon Wild, P.O. Box 11648, Eugene OR 97440, dh@oregonwild.org TO: U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park Service DATE: August 13, 2026 Subject: Comments on DOI policy ch more ST
Ottawa County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Changes Impacting Local Workforce and Safety Net Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Stephanie Kowal Director, Ottawa County Department of Job and Family Services 8043 W. State Route 163, Suite 200 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 July 11, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20503 RE: Comments on proposed rule/regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-20 more ST
Penn State Researcher Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Rule Threatening Independence of Federally Funded Science (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 6, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought I write in my personal capaci more ST
Pierce County Library System Urges Reconsideration of Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes That Threaten Community Services (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 3005 112th St. E., Tacoma, WA 98446-2215 253-548-3300 FAX 253-537-4600 mypcls.org July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: We are writing on more ST
Pittsburgh Life Sciences Alliance: Proposed OMB Uniform Guidance Revisions Risk Undermining US Life Sciences Innovation and Economic Growth (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Pittsburgh Life Sciences Alliance 115 Atwood St. . Pittsburgh, PA 15213 . pittsburghlifesci.org Comments on Proposed OMB Uniform Guidance Revisions: Potential Negative Impacts on Scientific Translation, Local and National Economy, and American Leadership To: CC: Honorable Russell T. Vought, Director, Office of Management and Budget U.S. Representatives representing We more ST
Plant Based Products Council Urges Trump Administration to Include Bioeconomy Specific Codes in 2027 NAICS Revision to Strengthen Domestic Biomanufacturing and Rural Economies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Name of Organization: Plant Based Products Council Date: August 12, 2026 Subject: Statistical Policy Directive No. 8: North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)-Request for Comments on Proposed Updates for 2027 FR Reference: Federal Register / Vol. 91, No. 132 / Monday, July 13, 2026 / Notices Docket Number: USBC-2026-0133 The Plant Based Products Council more ST
Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research Program Director Silbey Urges OMB to Preserve Scientific Peer Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Russell Vought Director, Oce of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 To Director Vought: In my capacity as Director of the Project Oce for a $100 million testbed program focused on research and development of wireless technologies, I write today in strong opposition to the proposed rule on Regulation for Federal Financial As more ST
Point Blue Conservation Science Strongly Opposes Proposed OMB Rule Changes Threatening Federal Scientific Research Integrity and Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. To: Office of Federal Financial Management, Office of Management and Budget Re: Comments on Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, Docket No. OMB-2026-0034-0001 (May 29, 2026) Stance: Oppose To Whom It May Concern: Point Blue Conservation Science strongly opposes the proposed rule changes presented by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a more ST
Portage County Raises Major Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of Portage County, Wisconsin, I am respectfully submitting these comments in response to the Office  more ST
Prairie View Urges CMS to Prioritize Behavioral Health Flexibility in Medicaid Community Engagement Rules (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Prairie View appreciates the opportunity to provide comments regarding the Interim Final Rule implementing community engagement requirements for certain Medicaid beneficiaries. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) and Community Mental Health Center serving rural and urban communities across Kansas, Prairie View supports efforts that encourage meaningfu more ST
PRIM&R Urges HHS to Expand Diversity and Strengthen Ethics in Alzheimer's Research Trials (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 12, 2026 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov Re: Comment on the "HHS Request for Comment on the Update to the National Plan To Address Alzheimer's Disease" (July 24, 2026) (Docket No. HHS-ASPE-2026-0298) To Department of Health and Human Services  more ST
Princeton University Environmental Engineering Professor Kingsbury Urges OMB to Preserve Merit-Based Research Review and Grant Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 To whom it may concern, My name is Ryan Kingsbury and I am an Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Princeton University; a position I have held for approximately 3 years. As a faculty member, I carry out fundamental scientific research related to water purification, energy production, and energy storage, supervise graduate (PhD) stu more ST
Princeton University Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rules Could Undermine Scientific Leadership and International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management Attn: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 725 17th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034) On behalf of Princeton University, I submit the following comments in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Regulation for Federal more ST
Proposed Federal Funding Rules Threaten Social Science Research and Scientific Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Barbara J Risman, Ph.D. Distinguished Professor Emerita, Department of Sociology College of Liberal Arts & Sciences University of Illinois at Chicago 1007 Harrison Street Chicago, IL 60606 brisman@uic.edu Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (OMB-2026-0034; FR Doc. 2026-10817) Dear Mr. Vought: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on P more ST
Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes Threaten Independent Science Funding and Research Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket: OMB-2026-0034 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (91 FR 32198; Document No. 2026-10817) Public Comment I am submitting this in my personal capacity as a tenured faculty member and Earth scientist who holds NSF research support. This comment does not represent the views of my institution or any organization. I am writing in opposition to the proposed more ST
Proposed Funding Rules Threaten US Scientific Leadership Higher Education and International Collaborations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am writing in my personal capacity to voice my strong opposition to this proposed rule, as it would cause significant harm to the scientific community and signal an abdication of US leadership in the sciences. I am especially concerned by the following sections of the rule: Section 200.205: Shifting peer review away from experts and to political appointees seriously wea more ST
Protect Medicaid Utah Coalition Urges CMS to Revise Restrictive Work Requirements Impacting Vulnerable Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PROTECT MEDICAID UTAH COALITION RE: CMS-2454-IFC Who We Are: The Protect Medicaid Utah Coalition (referred to as "Coalition" from here forward) is an organized mission focused group of Medicaid consumers, community leaders, healthcare advocates, and direct service organizations united in protecting Utah's Medicaid program. We are proud of Utah's Medicaid program as an  more ST
Pueblo of Acoma Urges Comprehensive Tribal Consultation and Exemptions in OMB Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. PUEBLO OF ACOMA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Charles P. Rlley, Govemor Davy D. Mello, 1st Lt. Govemor Augustine Seymour, Jr., 2nd Lt. Govemor Steven Concho, Tribal Secretary Norman F. Torivio, Tribal interpreter 25 PINSBAARI DRIVE ACOMA, NM 87034 PO BOX 309 ACOMA, NM 87034 PHONE: 505-552-6604 FAX 505-552-7204 July 09, 2026 Russell Vought, Director U.S. Office of Management and B more ST
Puerto Rico Science Technology and Research Trust Highlights Benefits and Risks in Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. To: Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 From: Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust Carr. #2 Bo Monacillos, Rio Piedras, PR 00927 787-523-1592 lcrespo@prsciencetrust.org Date: July 10, 2026 Subject: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust (PR more ST
Queensborough Community College: Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Threatens Community Colleges and Local Workforce Development Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Subject: Public Comment on Proposed Rule: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (Docket No. OMB-2026-0034) We are writing to express serious concerns regarding the proposed revisions to 2 C.F.R Part 200 published on May 29, 2026. While we support federal efforts to maximize taxpayer accountability, the conversion of these guidelines into an inflexible, legally bindi more ST
Researcher Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Rule Altering Grant Review and Funding Due to Political and Administrative Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 11, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (prop more ST
Researcher Warns Proposed Federal Guidelines Threaten Independent and Unorthodox Scientific Work (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. CENTER FOR ADAPTIVE STRESS A 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and education organization . Cincinnati, Ohio . evostress.blog Center for Adaptive Stress . Public Comment, Docket OMB-2026-0034-0001 Page 1 Public Comment on Docket OMB-2026-0034-0001 Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR Part 200 - Uniform Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance Submitted 12 July 2026 by Lori  more ST
Resource Center, Equality Texas Oppose Proposed Federal Grant Rule for Conflicting Requirements and Lack of Clarity (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 7, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management Attn: OMB-2026-0034 [Sec. 200.300] [Sec. 200.205][Sec. 200.342] Re: OMB-2026-0034 Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, [Sec. 200.300, Sec. 200.205, and Sec. 200.342] Resource Center is one of the largest LGBTQIA+ community centers in the United States, serving over 60,000 more ST
Retired Biologist Warns Against Politicizing Federal Science Funding and Undermining Peer Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am a retired biologist who cares deeply about the importance of federally funded medical research. In my working life, I was a teacher and researcher at a large public university. My research was funded by NIH and NSF for many years. A major part of my research was directed to understanding how sperm are formed. I studied this crucial question using Drosophila (fruit fl more ST
Roads to Freedom Center Urges OMB to Preserve Local Flexibility and Clarify Proposed Uniform Guidance Changes for Workforce Programs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living Public Comment on OMB Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Guidance 2 CFR Part 200 July 10, 2026 The Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on the Office of Management and Budget's proposed revisions to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit R more ST
Rutgers University Medical Professor Wadsworth Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Research Funding Rule Over Political Oversight and Collaboration Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed Ma more ST
SAGE Urges OMB to Protect Older Americans Act Programs and Vulnerable Seniors (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Submitted via Regulations.gov 13 July 2026 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget Proposed Revisions to Federal Financial Assistance Regulations SAGE submits this comment in response to the Office of Management & Budget (OMB) proposed overhaul to the federal financial assistance regulations, as published in the Federal Register on 29 May 2026, 91 Fed. Reg more ST
San Joaquin County Workforce Board Urges Revisions to Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations to Preserve Local Flexibility and Program Effectiveness (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Oce of Federal Financial Management Oce of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (91 Fed. Reg. 32198, May 29, 2026) To the Oce of Federal Financial Management: San Joaquin County WorkNet submits these c more ST
Sauk County Raises Concerns Over Proposed OMB Federal Grant Rule Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SAUK COUNTY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE LISA WILSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Lisa.Wilson@saukcountywi.gov WEST SQUARE BUILDING - ROOM 134, 505 BROADWAY, BARABOO, WI 53913 PHONE: (608) 355-3274 FAX: (608) 355-3481 WEBSITE: www.co.sauk.wi.us July 9, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on P more ST
Second Pillar Consulting Warns Proposed Changes to Bank CAMELS Rating System Could Undermine Safety and Soundness (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SecondPilllar.com (804) 432.1629 11174 Lake Shore Ct. Glen Allen, VA 23059 August 17, 2026 Executive Secretary Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council L. William Seidman Center 3501 Fairfax Drive, Mailstop E-2035-c Arlington, VA 22226-3550 Agency Name: FFIEC Docket ID: OCC-2026-0562 We appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Federal F more ST
SEIU California Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Over Coverage and Medical Frailty Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 SUMBITTED ELECTRONICALLY ON REGULATIONS.GOV Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Interim Final Rule, "Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals," RIN number 0938-AV98 Dea more ST
Semiconductor Industry Association Supports EPA Findings on TBBPA Risk Assessment (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SIA Response to EPA TBBPA Risk Assessment The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) appreciates the opportunity to provide these comments regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's recently published Risk Assessment regarding 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromophenol] (TBBPA). SIA is the trade association representing leading U.S. companies engaged in  more ST
Senior Researcher Strongly Opposes Proposed OMB Rule Threatening Federal Grant Integrity (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); Comment Deadline: July 13, 20 more ST
Skills2Compete Colorado Issues Criticism Over Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Citing Inaccurate Evidence and Potential Coverage Losses (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Skills2Compete-Colorado Colorado affiliate of the National Skills Coalition Coordinated by the Colorado Center on Law and Policy https://copolicy.org/skills2compete/ | cbrennan@copolicy.org Submitted online via Regulations.gov July 31, 2026 Mr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-I more ST
Skin of Color Society Endorses AMA Critique of Medicaid Work Requirement Rule and Urges CMS to Protect Medically Frail Beneficiaries (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building, Room 445-G 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: File Code CMS-2454-IFC. Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: On more ST
Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Urges Revisions to OMB Federal Financial Assistance Regulation to Protect Scientific Independence and Research Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 RE: OMB-2026-0034 The Honorable Russ Vought The Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, 91 FR 32198 The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed revisions to regula more ST
Society for Pediatric Research Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 8000 Research Forest Dr., Ste. 115 PMB 289, The Woodlands, TX | 346.980.9710 | info@societyforpediatricresearch.org Docket OMB-2026-0034 July 9, 2026 The Honorable Russell Vought Director Office of Management and Budget The White House Washington, DC 20500 Re: Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, Docket OMB-2026-0034 Dear Director Vought: We write tod more ST
Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists Strongly Opposes Proposed Federal Research Funding Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. P.O. Box 1488, Warrenville, IL 60555 Phone: 331-248-7888 SIDP@affinity-strategies.com Who we are: The Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists (SIDP) is a 501c3 professional organization dedicated to the appropriate use of antimicrobials through education and training, research, and policy. SIDP is the premier organization for pharmacists engaged in infectious dise more ST
Society of Sensory Professionals: OMB Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Faces Criticism From Society of Sensory Professionals Over Peer Review And Research Disruption Concerns (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment Submission Docket No.: OMB-2026-0034 Date: July 10, 2026 From: Society of Sensory Professionals (SSP) Re: Comments on OMB's Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule (Changes to 2 CFR Part 200) To Whom It May Concern: The Society of Sensory Professionals (SSP) respectfully submits the following comments regarding the Office of Management and Budget more ST
South Fork Band of Te-Moak Tribe Urges Suspension of Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Guidance Revisions Pending Full Tribal Consultation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. OLITH FORK (TE-MOAK) INDIAN RESERVATION SOUTH FORK INDIAN RESERVATION SOUTH FORIC BAND COUNCIL 21 LEE UNIT 13 SPRING CREEK, NEVADA 89815 775.927.5451 sforkcouncil.adm@gmail.com Chairperson Ronnie L. Woods, Vice-Chairperson Alice Tybo, Members: Brandon Reynolds, Dallas Smales, Duane M. Garcia, Trevor Sneed, Harley Reynolds 09 July 2026 Office of Management and Budget Submi more ST
Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board Urges OMB to Revise Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 10900 E. 183rd Street Suite 350 Cerritos CA 90703 (562) 402-9336 Fax (562) 860-4701 www.selacowdb.com For information selaco@selaco.com Serving our eight cities: Artesia, Bellflower, Cerritos, Downey, Hawaiian Gardens, Lakewood, Norwalk and Paramount July 8, 2026 Office of Federal Financial Management Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 2050 more ST
Southeastern Arizona Workforce Development Board Chair: Local Workforce Boards Oppose OMB Revisions to Uniform Guidance Affecting WIOA Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Subject: Oppose the Office of Management and Budget's Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Guidance Affecting WIOA Formula Funding I am writing to express my strong opposition to the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed revisions to the Uniform Guidance that would significantly impact the administration of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) formula f more ST
Southern Nevada Climbers Advocate for Adaptive Rock Climbing Management in BLM Wilderness Areas (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior, Director (630) Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Re: Docket BLM-2026-0034 Draft Update to BLM Manual 6340, Management of BLM Wilderness Submitted electronically via https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/BLM-2026-0034-0001 Please consider these comments in response to the  more ST
Southern Tier Independence Center Urges CMS to Protect Disability Exemptions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Southern Tier Independence Center, Inc. 135 East Frederick Street Binghamton, New York 13904 Comments on Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals (CMS-2454-IFC) July 31, 2026 Southern Tier Independence Center, Inc. (STIC) is a not-for-profit Center for Independent Living (CIL) located in Binghamton, New York, and serving about a dozen counties in south-c more ST
Southwest Alaska Municipal Conference and National Association of Development Organizations Urge OMB to Address Rural and Tribal Concerns in Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 721 Sesame Street Suite 1A Anchorage, Alaska 99503 907.562.7380 director@swamc.org swamc.org July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russell T. Vought, Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Docket No. OMB-2026-0034, Document ID OMB-2026-0034-0001, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 De more ST
Stakeholders Urge Inclusion of Renewable Chemicals and Biobased Product Codes in 2027 North American Industry Classification System Update (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Organizations: Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) Corn Refiners Association (CRA) American Soybean Association (ASA) National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) Date: August 12 2026 Subject: Statistical Policy Directive No. 8: North American Industry Classificat more ST
Starling Insights Urges FFIEC to Preserve Forward-Looking Management Ratings in UFIRS Revisions to Address Governance and Culture Risks Before Financial Harm Occurs (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. https://insights.starlingtrust.com August 17, 2026 Executive Secretary Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council L. William Seidman Center Mailstop: E-2035-c 3501 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22226-3550 Submitted via regulations.gov RE: Comments on the FFIEC's Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Financial Institutions Rating System (Docket ID OCC- more ST
Summit County ADM Board Urges OMB to Revise Proposed Uniform Guidance Impacting Federal Funding Stability and Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1867 West Market Street, Suite B2 Akron, OH 44313-6914 330-762-3500 www.admboard.org ADM Board Contract Provider Agencies ADM Crisis Center Akron-UMADAOP Alliance For Healthy Youth ARC Recovery Services Asian Services in Action (ASIA) Bellefaire JCB The Blick Center Catholic Charities CHC Addiction Services Child Guidance & Family Solutions CHOICES A Community Social Cen more ST
Sunward Federal Credit Union Supports FFIEC Proposal to Refocus CAMELS Ratings on Material Financial Risks and Transparency (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. SUNWARD FEDERAL CREDIT UNION | Banking Made Better Sunward Credit Union FFIEC Comment Letter - Docket ID OCC-2026-0562 Page 1 August 14, 2026 Executive Secretary Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council L. William Seidman Center Mailstop: E-2035-c 3501 Fairfax Drive Arlington, VA 22226-3550 Re: Uniform Financial Institutions Rating System, Dock more ST
SUNY Old Westbury Theoretical Physicist Says Federal Regulation Proposal Threatens Peer Review, International Collaboration, and Basic Research Funding (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment on the Proposed OMB Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket OMB-2026-0034 . 2 CFR Parts 1, 25, 170, 175, 176, 180, 182, 183, and 200 . 90-Day Comment Period I am a high-energy theoretical physicist who researches and teaches at a public university and serves as a visiting researcher at a National Laboratory. I have received grants from the Natio more ST
Tahirih Justice Center Opposes Proposed Rulemaking on Federal Grant Terminations and Political Review (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NATIONAL OFFICE 6400 Arlington Blvd, Ste 400 Falls Church, VA 22042 Justice@tahirih.org 571-282-6161 (p) 571-282-6162 (f) July 10, 2026 Andrew Reisig Joel Savary Office of Federal Financial Management Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comment in Opposition to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Regulation for  more ST
Texas Association of Regional Councils Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grants Regulation Updates (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 7EXAS ASSOCIATION OF REGIONAL COUNCIL: 110 San Antonio Street, Suite 201 Austin, TX 78701 512-478-4715 FAX 512-275-9910 www.txregionalcounciloo The Honorable Jim Holmes Mayor, City of Waco President, Texas Association of Regional Councils 1210 San Antonio, Suite 201 Austin, TX 78701 tarc@txregionalcouncil.org July 9, 2026 RussellT. Vought Director, Office of Management an more ST
Town of Ault Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grants Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. A Unique Little Town SHARON SULLIVAN TOWN ADMINISTRATOR 201 FIRST STREET P.O. BOX 1098 AULT CO 80610 Office (970) 834-2844 Fax (970) 834-2199 July 13, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financia more ST
Transitions Clinic Network Urges Broader Medical Frailty Definition in Medicaid Community Engagement Rule (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Robert Kennedy, Jr. Secretary Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 Re: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement  more ST
Transparency International Urges Improved Reporting and Screening to Prevent Corrupt Payments in Arms Trade (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Transparency International U.S. 1100 13th St NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 Tel: +1 (614) 668-0258 info-us@transparency.org us.transparency.org August 14, 2026 The Honorable Thomas G. DiNanno Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street NW Washington, DC 20520 Re: Comments on International  more ST
Tulare County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Funding Regulations Impacting Community Services and Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 COUNTY OF TULARE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Administration Bldg. 2800 West Burrel Visalia, CA 93291 Telephone: (559) 636-5000 Fax: (559) 615-3009 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear more ST
UC Berkeley Law Professor Says OMB Proposal for Research Funding Rules Sparks Concerns Over Political Influence and Scientific Freedom (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments to OMB proposal for rules changes related to research Catherine Albiston, Jackson H. Ralston Professor Law & Professor of Sociology UC Berkeley I am a tenured full professor at UC Berkeley who has received many NSF grants over my career and served on NSF peer review panels. I submit these comments in my individual capacity, not as a representative of my inst more ST
UC Berkeley Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rules Threaten Innovation Stability and Global Research Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR FOR RESEARCH BERKELEY, CA 94720-1500 119 CALIFORNIA HALL #1500 VCR@BERKELEY.EDU July 10, 2026 Russell Vought, Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 RE: UC Berkeley's Comments on Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance, 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (May more ST
UC Foundation Professor in the Department of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Warns Proposed Federal Funding Changes Threaten Peer Review Integrity International Collaboration and Scientific Progress (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. My name is Dr. Tim Gaudin. I am UC Foundation Professor in the Department of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where I have worked for the past 32 years, and a multiple grant awardee from the National Science Foundation. I have worked in the area of mammalian systematics, evolution and paleontology for some 35 years, more ST
UC Graduate Council Warns Proposed Federal Research Funding Rule Could Undermine Merit Review and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. UC Graduate and Professional Council 981 Mission Street, #31, San Francisco, CA 94103 ucgpc501c3.org | govrelations@ucgpc501c3.org July 7, 2026 Comments on the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to revise 2 C.F.R. Part 200 The University of California Graduate and Professional Council (UCGPC) is a 501c3 non-profit organization more ST
UCal-Los Angeles Postdoctoral Researcher Warns OMB Proposed Federal Grant Rules Could Undermine Scientific Peer Review And Research Careers (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 07/09/2026 Office of Management and Budget Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (91 FR 32198, May 29, 2026) Submitted via Regulations.gov To the Office of Management and Budget: I am a postdoctoral scholar in human genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles. I am also currently on the academic job market for tenure-track  more ST
UCLA Expert Highlights Funding Gaps And Workforce Shortages In National Alzheimer's Plan (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES BERKELEY DAVIS IRVINE LOS ANGELES MERCED RIVERSIDE SAN DIEGO SAN FRANCISCO 0B UCLA SANTA BARBARA SANTA CRUZ DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE DAVID GEFFEN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT UCLA DIVISION OF GERIATRICS 10945 LE CONTE AVENUE, SUITE 2339 LOS ANGELES, CA 90095-1687 PHONE: (310) 983-3070 FAX: (310) 794-2199 August 15, 2026 Filed electro more ST
Ulster County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation Changes (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034) Dear Director Vought: On behalf of Ulster County, NY, and as the elected Chief Audit Officer of Ulster County, I respectfully submit more ST
United Campus Workers Southeast Union Opposes OMB Proposed Rule Threatening Federal Research Funding and Scientific Integrity (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. RE: Docket OMB-2026-0034 Comment on OMB Proposed Rule on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance United Campus Workers Southeast (UCWSE) Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 3821 opposes the OMB Proposed Rule on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. We are a wall-to-wall union representing over five thousand of higher education workers in Alabama, Flo more ST
University at Buffalo Warns Proposed Uniform Guidance Revisions Threaten Scientific Merit Funding Stability and Increase Administrative Burdens (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. University at Buffalo - Comment on Proposed Revisions to the Uniform Guidance (OMB-2026-0034) | Page 1 of 7 July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Re: Comments on Proposed Rule, "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," Do more ST
University of Arkansas Geosciences Professor: NSF Funding Reforms Threaten Scientific Independence Peer Review And International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Dear Office of Management and Budget, This letter is to express my sever concern over the proposed changes to the US Federal grant regulation (Title 2 Part 200 of the Code of Federal Regulations). These changes would detrimentally change how federally funded science is conducted and threatens the scientific rigor and independence of the Foundation. I am a Professor of Ge more ST
University of California Santa Cruz Urges NSF to Delay Financial Assistance Guidance Pending OMB Rulemaking (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Office of Research 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 Submitted through https://www.regulations.gov Docket ID No. NSF-2026-OTR-0001 Information Collection No. 3145-0058 FR Doc. No. 2026-12725 August 12, 2026 U.S. National Science Foundation Randolph Building, 401 Dulany Street Alexandria, VA 22314 RE: University of California, Santa Cruz Comments on  more ST
University of California, San Francisco Researcher: OMB Proposed Rule for Federal Grants Sparks Concerns Over Political Interference and Scientific Independence (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 Lauren Kass Lempert Center for Tobacco Control Research & Education University of California, San Francisco 94143 lauren.lempert@ucsf.edu July 10, 2026 Russell Vought Office of the Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Russell.t.vought@omb.eop.gov Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Proposed Rule, Regulation f more ST
University of California, Santa Barbara Researcher: OMB Proposed Changes to Federal Science Funding Regulations Threaten US Research Leadership and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am an active researcher in the fields of marine geology and oceanography at the University of California, Santa Barbara. I have been publishing scientific discoveries for 60 years and am a Member of the US National Academy of Sciences. After examining the contents of 2CFR Part 200 I have become extremely concerned about the future of science and technology in the US. The more ST
University of California, Santa Barbara Scientist Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rule Changes Threaten US Scientific Research and Graduate Training (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. My name is Alice Alldredge. I am an emeritus faculty member at the University of California, Santa Barbara in biological oceanography and marine ecology, and an elected member of the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences. I was funded for over 40 years by the Office of Naval Research and the National Science Foundation. I am deeply concerned about how the futur more ST
University of California, Santa Cruz Research Scientist Says OMB Proposed Rule Changes Threaten Federal Research Integrity and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment - Docket OMB-2026-0034 Re: Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR), Vol. 91 Fed. Reg. No. 103 (May 29, 2026) Sections addressed: [200-202], [200-204], [200.205], [200.206], [200.220], [200.300], [200.303], [200.340], [200.421], [200.432], [200.450], [200.454], and [200.461]. I am strongly opposed to OMB's proposed rule changes to the Guidance  more ST
University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine Professor Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Research Funding Revisions Citing Political Interference and Harm to Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed  more ST
University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies Professor Warns Proposed Federal Funding Rule Threatens US Scientific Leadership and International Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (propo more ST
University of Pennsylvania Pediatric Researcher Urges Withdrawal of Proposed Federal Grant Restrictions Citing Risks to Scientific Integrity and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 9, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought Director, Office of Management and Budget Executive Office of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); Comment Deadline: July 13, 2026 Propose more ST
University of Pennsylvania Postdoctoral Scientist: Federal Research Funding Rule Proposed by OMB Criticized for Politicizing Science and Undermining Rigor and Collaboration (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment - Docket OMB-2026-0034 Re: Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR), Vol. 91 Fed. Reg. No. 103 (May 29, 2026) Sections addressed: [200.205], [200.300], [200.340], [200.432], [200.454], [200.461] (plus additional provisions listed below) What is at stake, and what I am asking The stated goals of this proposal - transparency, accountability, and o more ST
University of Pennsylvania Urges OMB to Preserve Peer Review and Stability in Proposed Federal Funding Rule Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. University of Pennsylvania Mark Trodden Office of the Dean Dean, School of Arts & Sciences 116 College Hall Thomas S. Gates, Jr. Professor of Physics & Astronomy Philadelphia, PA 19104-6377 Tel: 215-898-7320 School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsylvania - Comment Letter Submitted via Regulations.gov Docket No.: OMB-2026-0034 Date: July 10, 2026  more ST
University of Washington Biochemistry Professor Merz Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rule Threatens American Scientific Leadership and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 12 July 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov Russell T. Vought Director, Oice of Management and Budget Executive Oice of the President 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on the Proposed Rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OMB-2026-0034; RIN 0348-AB81 (lead) 91 Fed. Reg. 32198 (proposed May 29, 2026); more ST
University of Wisconsin-Madison PhD Graduate Opposes NIH Grant Review Changes and Journal Subscription Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. I am a recently graduated PhD in organic chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During my 5 years in graduate school, I was supported financially by two separate NIH R01 grants awarded to my advisor. I am writing to oppose the proposed revisions to Sec.200.205 and Sec.200.454. Section 200.205 would require a senior political appointee to personally review and  more ST
URAALI Refaluwasch Association Advocates for Balanced Federal Grant Oversight in Northern Mariana Islands (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. URAALI REFALUWASCH ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 505613 Saipan, MP 96950 Tel. (670) 256-8081 URA021822@grnail.com Our Culturc Foremost July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management Re: OMB Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Comments on Proposed Revisions to 2 CFR - Federal Financial Assistance Dear Sir or Madam: On behalf of the URAALI Refaluwasch A more ST
US Medical Exams Urges USCIS to Adopt Electronic Signatures and Digital Verification for Form I-693 Medical Exams (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0232 Public Comment Page 1 October 13, 2026 Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal: www.regulations.gov U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department of Homeland Security Re: Comment on Interim Final Rule, "Mandatory Electronic Filing (e-Filing)," DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0232; CIS No. 2853-26; RIN 1615-AD19; 91 FR 51924 (Aug.  more ST
Utah Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office Urges Balanced Revisions to BLM Manual 6340 to Preserve Wilderness While Supporting State Rights and Public Access (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1594 W. North Temple Salt Lake City, Utah 84116 Telephone (801) 537-9801 publiclands.utah.gov Carla M. Bock Assistant Director (Acting) National Conservation Lands and Community Partnerships Bureau of Land Management 1849 C Street NW Washington, DC 20240 August 14, 2026 Submitted electronically: https://www.regulations.gov RE: Policy Review: BLM Manual 6340, Mana more ST
Venice Family Clinic Urges CMS to Revise Medicaid Community Engagement Rules to Prevent Coverage Loss and Support Vulnerable Patients (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Venice Family Clinic, I appreciate the opportunity to provid more ST
Ventura County Supervisor Lopez Opposes Medicaid Community Engagement Rule Citing Coverage Loss and Financial Risk (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. GOVERNMENT CENTER, HALL OF ADMINISTRATION 800 South Victoria Avenue, L#1860 Ventura, CA 93009 TEL (805) 654-2613 FAX (805) 658-4515 MEMBERS OF THE BOARD JEFF GORELL, CHAIR MATT LAVERE KELLY LONG JANICE S. PARVIN VIANEY LOPEZ SUPERVISOR VIANEY LOPEZ Fifth District July 31, 2026 Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services  more ST
Vermont Mountain Bike Association Warns Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Threatens Rural Trail Projects and Small Nonprofits (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment on Docket OMB-2026-0034 Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance (Proposed Rule, 91 FR, May 29, 2026) Submitted by: Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA) Nick Bennette, Executive Director, Vermont Mountain Bike Association July 9th, 2026 The Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit trail stewardship organization representing  more ST
Virginia Community Health Worker Association Warns Community Engagement Rule Risks Medicaid Loss and Urges CMS to Fund Outreach and Protect Immigrant Coverage (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Virginia Community Health Worker Association Richmond, Virginia 1717 E Cary St, Richmond, VA 23223 (804) 616-0449 July 31, 2026 Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244 Re: Docket No. more ST
Virginia Domestic Violence Coalition Opposes New OMB Federal Funding Regulation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Re: OMB-2026-0034, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance To Whom It May Concern, Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the proposal to revise several parts of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance located in title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), subtitle A more ST
Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Urges CMS to Clarify and Adjust Medicaid Community Engagement Requirements to Protect Vulnerable Patients and Support Health Centers (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 July 31, 2026 The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-2454-IFC P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Dear Administrator Oz: On behalf of Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, I appreciate the oppo more ST
Washington County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Rule Revisions Impacting Affordable Housing Delivery (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Revisions to 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought: On behalf of the Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA), thank you for the opportunity to submit comments regarding the Office of Management more ST
West Virginia Municipalities Urge OMB to Delay and Revise Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. WSW MUNICIPAL 4006 LEAGUE July 10, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Dear Director Vought: The West Virginia Municipal League ("WVML") appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Office of Managernent and Budget's proposed revisi more ST
Western Arkansas Planning and Development District Urges OMB to Balance Grant Administration Reforms With Support for Rural Grantees (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Serving Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Polk, Scott, and Sebastian Counties 1109 South 16th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901 T: (479) 785-2651 | F: (479) 785-1964 www.wapdd.org July 10, 2026 Honorable Russell T. Vought, Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: WAPDD Public Comment Response to OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulatio more ST
Western Connecticut Council of Governments Warns Proposed Federal Grant Rules May Increase Costs and Reduce Competition (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Western Connecticut COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Visit us online at westcog.org 1 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 Telephone/fax 475-323-2060 WESTCOG July 11, 2026 Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management 725 17th St., NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Comments on Proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance Docket No. OM more ST
Wheeler Health Warns Proposed Federal Grant Regulations Threaten Community Health Services and Workforce Stability (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 91 Northwest Drive | Plainville, CT 06062 | 860-793-3500 www.wheelerclinic.org July 10, 2026 SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY VIA www.regulations.gov The Honorable Russell Vought, Director Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20503 RE: Comments on OMB-2026-0034-0001, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance [2 C.F.R. Part 200] Dear Mr. Voug more ST
Wisconsin Technical Colleges Warn Proposed Federal Funding Rules Threaten Program Stability and Innovation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. COLLEGES: Blackhawk, Chippewa Valley, Fox Valley, Gateway, Lakeshore College, Madison College, Mid-State, Milwaukee Area, Moraine Park, Nicolet College, Northcentral, Northeast Wisconsin, Northwood Tech, Southwest Tech, Waukesha County, Western July 10, 2026 Andrew Reisig and Joel Savary U.S. Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Re: Dock more ST
Women Impacting Public Policy Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Grant Regulation (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 10, 2026 The Honorable Russ Vought Director Office of Management and Budget Office of Federal Financial Management Re: Comments on "Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance," 91 Fed. Reg. 32,198 (May 29, 2026); Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) is writing to express concerns with OMB's recently proposed rule, "Regulation for Fed more ST
Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County Raises Concerns Over Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulations (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County 309 West Main Street Suite 120 Visalia, CA 93291 T: (559) 713-5200 F: (559) 713-5263 July 9, 2026 Office of Federal Financial Management Office of Management and Budget 725 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20503 Submitted electronically via regulations.gov Re: Docket No. OMB-2026-0034 - Regulation for Federal Financial Assistanc more ST
Wyoming County Commissioners Urge Clarification and Flexibility in BLM Wilderness Management Manuals Revisions (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 August 14, 2026 The Honorable Doug Burgum Secretary of the Interior Department of the Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Submitted via Regulations.gov (Docket# DOI-2025-0004) RE: Comments on Proposed Revisions to BLM Manuals 6320, 6330, and 6340 Regarding Lands with Wilderness Characteristics, Wilderness Study Areas, and Designated Wilderness more ST
Wyoming Wilderness Association Urges Retention of Existing Wilderness Management Policies (10)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 14, 2026 U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5646 Washington, DC 20240 Attn: Considering Lands with Wilderness Characteristics Manual 6320 91 FR 35996, Management of BLM WSAs Manual 6330 91 FR 35997 6.15.26, Management Designated Wilderness Areas Manual 6340 91 FR 35995 6.15.26 Submitted via regulations.gov To Whom It more ST