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Arkansas Maternal Health Roundtable Highlights Access Gaps, Rural Hospital Losses

Aug 21, 2026 - Summarizes discussions among policymakers and maternal healthcare stakeholders in Arkansas regarding maternal and postpartum healthcare access across the state. Includes discussion on labor and delivery department losses and barriers to care with particular focus on rural communities.

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HRSA: Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection: Public Comment Request; Information Collection Request Title: Faculty Loan Repayment Program, OMB No. 0906-0082-Revision Federal Register

Aug 21, 2026 - Notice from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) seeking comments on proposed revisions to an information collection request titled "Faculty Loan Repayment Program OMB No. 0906-0082—Revision." Among other things, proposed revisions include two new forms and updating terminology regarding "Disadvantaged Backgrounds." Comments are due by October 20, 2026.

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CDC: Proposed Data Collection Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations Federal Register

Aug 20, 2026 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking comments on the extension of the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) for 2027. In addition, the CDC is interested in comments regarding a redesign of NHIS for 2028. The draft questionnaires for 2028 are available on the NHIS website. Comments are due by October 19, 2026.

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Federal Health Official Calls for Greater Coordination With States

Aug 20, 2026 - Summarizes discussions from a National Conference of State Legislatures convening regarding coordination between federal and state officials to address healthcare workforce shortages, rural healthcare access gaps, and maternal health needs. Discusses the Federally Qualified Health Center program and telehealth.

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NTIA: First Responder Network Authority Combined Board and Board Committees Meeting Federal Register

Aug 20, 2026 - Notice from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) announcing a public meeting of the FirstNet Authority Board and Board Committees on September 15, 2026, from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Eastern. Agenda items are being finalized and will be published on the FirstNet Authority website. Public attendance will be available online only.

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HRSA: Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection: Public Comment Request; Information Collection Request Title: Voluntary Partner Survey on HRSA Customer Service, OMB No. 0906-0084-Revision Federal Register

Aug 19, 2026 - Notice from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) seeking comments on an information collection request titled "Voluntary Partner Survey on HRSA Customer Service—OMB No. 0906-0084—Revision." This information collection request will gather feedback about stakeholder experiences with HRSA programs, resources, training experiences, internal procedures, and other standard interactions between HRSA and stakeholders with the goal of improving federal government service delivery. Comments are due by October 19, 2026.

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RBCS, RHS: Rescission of Rural Development's Construction and Repair Regulation Federal Register

Aug 19, 2026 - Notice of proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS) and Rural Housing Service (RHS) proposing to rescind USDA Rural Development and RBCS regulations regarding construction and repairs. Among other things, the proposed rescissions are intended to reduce Federal regulation and duplication since local building codes and permitting systems already protect federal investments by ensuring structural integrity, safety, and compliance for construction and development. Comments are due by October 19, 2026.

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FNA: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing; Extension of Comment Period Federal Register

Aug 17, 2026 - Notice from the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) extending the comment period for the June 24, 2026, proposed rule titled "Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing." Comments are now due September 8, 2026.

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Understanding the New Disclosure Avoidance Policy: What It Means for Data, Confidentiality and You

Aug 17, 2026 - Explains policy changes at the U.S. Census Bureau regarding disclosure avoidance methods in its statistical products. Notes how the policy change will impact small geographic areas and population groups, where confidentiality risks are highest.

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CDC: Proposed Data Collections Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations Federal Register

Aug 14, 2026 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is requesting comments on an information collection titled "Data Collection for the Residential Care Community and Adult Day Services Center Components of the National Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Study" regarding the data collected for the 2027 wave of the National Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Study. Comments are due October 13, 2026.

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