A screenshot of docket details from regulations.gov. The top box says the number of comments posted to this docket is 61, the bottom box says the number of comments recieved is 79,715.

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I saw this tumblr post sounding the alarm about a citizen petition asking the FDA to create a registry of trans women, more specifically people using estrogen for gender affirming care, but I'm having some trouble understanding how […]

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Committee hears update on HB 317 as federal drone restrictions change procurement landscape Representative Rhett Matthews briefed the House Technology Innovation Committee that recent federal court rulings and Department of Commerce actions restricting certain foreign-made drones have affected how the state should approach HB 317; members discussed a possible sunset/transition approach to avoid stranded equipment.

Ohio's House Committee is navigating the shifting landscape of federal drone restrictions, which could reshape procurement strategies and impact law enforcement operations.

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#OH #InnovationPolicy #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #FederalRegulations

Farmers and Maryland Labor Tell Committee H‑2A Program Is Essential but Constrained by Federal Rules The Maryland Department of Labor and Maryland Farm Bureau told the Economic Matters Committee the H‑2A program is essential to agriculture, that employers typically provide housing and pay associated costs, and that many program rules and inspections are governed by federal authorities.

The H-2A foreign labor program is a lifeline for Maryland farmers, but strict federal regulations are putting crucial agriculture jobs at risk.

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#MD #FederalRegulations #WorkforceDevelopment #MarylandAgriculture #CitizenPortal #LaborStandards

Federal HR1 limits on provider taxes could cut Vermont Medicaid dollars and hospital revenue Lawmakers were told HR1 phases down the longstanding 6% safe-harbor for provider taxes to 3.5% by FY28, freezing existing rates and projecting roughly $15M loss in year one and about $113M annually by FY33 unless Vermont offsets the loss with new revenues or policy changes.

Vermont faces a looming $113 million annual loss in Medicaid funding by 2033 as federal changes slash provider tax limits, forcing lawmakers to make tough choices.

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#VT #FederalRegulations #VermontMedicaid #PolicyReform #CitizenPortal #HealthcareFunding

Evernorth asks Vermont committee for $45M boost, warns federal Buy-America rule could slow housing Evernorth senior vice president Kathy Beyer told a House committee that the nonprofit network seeks $45 million in new state housing investment, urged keeping the 2020 energy code, and warned that Build America, Buy America requirements risk slowing or increasing the cost of affordable-housing projects.

Evernorth is calling for a crucial $45 million investment to continue Vermont's progress in affordable housing, but federal regulations may jeopardize these efforts.

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#VT #FederalRegulations #EnergyCode #AffordableHousing #VermontHousing #CitizenPortal

US To Mandate AI Vendors Measure Political Bias For Federal Sales An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: The U.S. government will require artificial intelligence vendors to measure political

US To Mandate AI Vendors Measure Political Bias For Federal Sales #Technology #Business #Other #AI #PoliticalBias #FederalRegulations

Aviation Dept. says Westin airport hotel redesign, FAA review pushed schedule; completion window extends to 2029 Miami‑Dade Aviation staff told the committee the Westin airport hotel is under redesign because of FAA height requirements, that developers have until 2029 under the agreement to complete construction after permitting, and that the county awaits an FAA determination following recent resubmissions.

The Westin airport hotel project is facing unexpected delays due to FAA height requirements, pushing its completion date to 2029!

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#County #FL #CitizenPortal #FederalRegulations #MiamiDadeCounty #AviationUpdates #InfrastructureDevelopment

FAA staffing delays stall Middleton ALP changes, commissioners warn of financial impact The city has submitted ALP changes to the FAA but the federal shutdown and FAA staffing delays have put ALP/RPZ amendments on hold; commissioners said the RPZ remaining on FAA maps affects easements and payments and asked staff to pursue follow‑up and consider outreach when the FAA reopens.

FAA staffing delays are stalling crucial changes to Middleton's Airport Layout Plan, risking financial fallout for the city.

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#MiddletonDaneCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #TransportationAudit #MiddletonAirport #FederalRegulations

Self-driving Teslas can’t stop breaking laws and raise federal eyebrows, again Over 2.9 million vehicles are now being looked into for traffic violations made by the EV company's self-driving system.

Self-driving Teslas can’t stop breaking laws and raise federal eyebrows, again #Technology #Cybersecurity #SelfDrivingCars #Tesla #FederalRegulations

Senator #TedCruz introduced the #SANDBOXAct, allowing #AI companies to apply for #waivers from #federalregulations for up to 10 years. The bill, criticised by technology accountability and consumer advocacy groups, would give the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy the power to…

Hemp Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Clarify Federal Regulations Amid Fears of De Facto Ban Advocates warn that prohibition could harm farmers, jobs and consumer safety as bipartisan support for regulatory clarity grows

Hemp Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Clarify Federal Regulations Amid Fears of De Facto Ban #HempIndustry #FederalRegulations #CannabisCommunity #FarmersRights #ConsumerSafety

Doge Uses AI to Hunt Federal Rules, Chaos Unleashed at Capitol #AI #DogeNews #DeleteList #FederalRegulations #Satire By: TheJestPress.com In a stunning turn of paw-litical events, Doge—the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency icon and accidental meme statesman—has reportedly harnessed the power of AI to create a “delete list” of federal regulations. According to sources, the list is already three terabytes long and mostly consists of laws impeding international tennis ball importation, cheese consumption, and running in hallways.

Doge Uses AI to Hunt Federal Rules, Chaos Unleashed at Capitol

#AI #DogeNews #DeleteList #FederalRegulations #Satire By: TheJestPress.com In a stunning turn of paw-litical events, Doge—the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency icon and accidental meme statesman—has reportedly harnessed the power of AI to…

DOGE has built an AI tool to slash federal regulations The Department of Government Efficiency has presented plans to use a new AI tool to eliminate half of the federal government’s regulatory mandates by the first anniversary of President Donald Trump’s...

DOGE has built an AI tool to slash federal regulations #Technology #Business #Other #DOGE #AI #FederalRegulations

The Department of Government Efficiency (#Doge) is using #artificialintelligence to create a list of #federalregulations to be #eliminated. Doge claims the AI tool can identify 100,000 regulations that can be cut, aiming to #reduce #regulations by 50% by January.…

Arizona schools face federal funding hold affecting $134M in education grants US Department of Education halts federal funding, risking $623,000 shortfall for Arizona schools.

Arizona schools are in crisis after the U.S. Department of Education froze $134 million in federal funding, threatening vital programs and a staggering $623,000 shortfall.

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#AZ #CitizenPortal #ArizonaSchools #StudentSupport #EducationFunding #FederalRegulations

If #RFKjr really cared about #WhatWeEat, he'd go after food processing #companies with healthier #FederalRegulations banning or limiting things like certain dyes, "flavorings", additives, etc. Oh and he'd also make them use A LOT LESS SUGAR.

Why are so many people getting sick from eating cucumbers? Salmonella outbreaks linked to cucumbers have sickened hundreds of people since last year, drawing attention to the problem of contaminated irrigation water on farms.

THIS is why we need #FederalRegulations & #FederalOversight. #Salmonella outbreaks linked to #cucumbers have sickened hundreds of people since last year, drawing attention to the problem of contaminated irrigation water on farms. buff.ly/UmEi6pw #ContaminatedWater #agriculture

3/15 Throne speech promised to "unleash new era of growth" by creating federal project review office and reducing regulatory reviews "from five years to two." Legislation expected this month.

#FederalRegulations

Health officials outline Medicaid requirements for state mental health facility beds Officials discuss Medicaid regulations impacting the separation of mental and forensic health beds.

Vermont's mental health facilities are at a crossroads as critical Medicaid funding hangs in the balance due to new federal regulations.

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#VT #MedicaidFunding #VermontMentalHealth #MentalHealthServices #CitizenPortal #FederalRegulations

GOP may be closer than ever to enacting a massive rule-busting bill — POLITICO

#UnlawfulGovernance #Rollback #Healthcare #ConsumerProtection #WellsFargo #FederalRegulations

New limits for them to rip us off! Remember the Consumer Protection Agency?? What do you think this Bill’s going to do?

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Fairbanks policy board tables decision on local control dispute over federal regulations Fairbanks policy board indefinitely tables decision due to concerns over erosion of local control.

A heated debate is brewing in Alaska as lawmakers grapple with the tug-of-war between federal regulations and local control, leaving critical transportation planning decisions on hold.

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#AK #LocalGovernance #TransportationPlanning #CitizenPortal #FederalRegulations

MassHealth to enforce new privacy standards for PACE programs MassHealth announces regulations to ensure PACE programs meet federal privacy standards.

MassHealth is taking a bold step forward by enforcing new regulations to protect your privacy in PACE programs!

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#MA #FederalRegulations #CitizenPortal #PrivacyStandards #HealthCare

“…aside from limiting interior checkpoint locations to within the #100-milezone, rejects any #geographicLimitation on #agents'authority
At least 2 federal circuit courts condone #BorderPatroloperations outside the #100-milezone, #FederalRegulations & #SCOTUS precedent notwithstanding…”

Georgia lawmakers discuss Ricky and Alyssa's Law for school safety enhancements Senate Bill 17 aims to improve school safety protocols and panic alert systems.

Georgia lawmakers are taking decisive action on school safety with Ricky and Alyssa's Law, aiming to enhance emergency response protocols in the wake of tragic incidents.

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#GA #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaEducation #EducationLegislation #FederalRegulations #SchoolSafety

New: Trump’s EPA Rollback Sparks Legal Battles & Backlash buff.ly/0thJhoI #educationcuts #energypolicy #epa #federalregulations #trump #whitehouse

From the law community on Reddit: Is it legal for Trump to essentially advertise for Tesla? Explore this post and more from the law community

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#TrumpNews #Illegal #DonaldTrump #Trump #Legality #Laws #Law #Tesla #TSLA #Teslas #Cybertrucks #ConvictedFelon #AgainstTheLaw #Newsflash #News #PresidentDonaldTrump #NMP #ConflictsOfInterest #Unethical #FederalRegulations #NoEthics #IllegalEndorsement #PrivateGain #US

Congressman discusses black vulture threats to Georgia livestock with ranchers Congressman highlights black vulture attacks on livestock and federal permit challenges.

A recent hearing revealed the alarming impact of black vultures on livestock, sparking frustrations about federal regulations that leave ranchers vulnerable.

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#US #CitizenPortal #WildlifeManagement #FederalRegulations #GeorgiaRanchers #RuralCommunities

Alaska officials challenge federal regulations in Richardson Highway project discussion Alaska leaders assert disagreement with federal interpretation during Richardson Highway project meetings.

Alaska officials are tackling federal regulations head-on, advocating for clearer communication and a more efficient transportation system amidst complex challenges.

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#AK #AlaskaTransportation #InfrastructureImprovement #FederalRegulations #PublicCommunication #CitizenPortal

Utah Congressmen argue for increased land access amid federal restrictions Federal representatives address frustrations over land use restrictions impacting Utah's resources.

Utah residents are demanding more control over their land as federal restrictions threaten local resources and economic growth—will their voices finally be heard?

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#UT #EconomicDevelopment #LocalControl #FederalRegulations #CitizenPortal

Tesla Faces Federal Safety Citations After Worker’s Electrocution at Texas Plant - WIOBS Federal regulators have cited Tesla for workplace safety violations following the electrocution of a worker at its Austin plant...

Tesla Faces Federal Safety Citations After Worker’s Electrocution at Texas Plant
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#Tesla #WorkplaceSafety #OSHA #ElonMusk #LaborLaws #TeslaFactory #WorkerRights #FederalRegulations