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SAM.gov Maintenance Affects Entity Registrations

SAM.gov experienced maintenance that affected entity registrations and exclusions. The page providing information on these effects is currently unavailable. Users are directed to search, the homepage, or the help page for assistance.

SAM.gov Maintenance - Entity Exclusions Unavailable

SAM.gov experienced a maintenance outage, making entity exclusions unavailable. The page indicates the issue is resolved and provides links for users who encountered problems or need further assistance.

Estate of William Pratt v. Amisub of SC, Inc. - Certiorari Dismissed

The Supreme Court of South Carolina has dismissed a writ of certiorari in the case of Estate of William Pratt v. Amisub of SC, Inc. The court found the writ was improvidently granted, effectively upholding the lower court's decision without further review on the merits. This action pertains to appellate case number 2025-000563.

National UI Convening Reimbursement Instructions

The Employment and Training Administration has issued reimbursement instructions for the 2026 National Unemployment Insurance Convening. State Workforce Agencies are eligible to apply for reimbursement for travel expenses related to the event.

FY 2026 YSEALI Academic Fellows Program Opportunity

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is seeking proposals for a cooperative agreement to administer the FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Academic Fellows Program. This program will fund approximately eight institutes for undergraduate and recent graduate students from Southeast Asia, focusing on themes such as economic prosperity and natural resources.

NOAA Seeks Proposals for Harmful Algal Bloom Prevention Program

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting proposals for its Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) prevention program. Approximately $2.5 million is available for three to five projects focused on testing and developing technologies to prevent, control, or mitigate HABs. The solicitation prioritizes proposals for comprehensive testing of control technologies.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 Applications Open

The U.S. Mission to Tunisia has opened applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026. Alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs are invited to submit proposals addressing key priorities, with a deadline of May 9th, 2026.

NOAA Seeks Innovations for Algal Bloom Toxin Detection in Seafood

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting proposals for innovations in harmful algal bloom toxin detection in seafood. The funding opportunity aims to support projects with annual budgets between $100,000-$250,000, not to exceed $750,000 per project.

Battery Materials Processing and Recycling Grant Programs

The National Energy Technology Laboratory has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Battery Materials Processing and Recycling Grant Programs, funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The program aims to strengthen domestic supply chains and increase critical mineral production, with awards ranging from $100 million to $500 million.

CMS MAHA ELEVATE Model for Lifestyle and Value-Based Approaches

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is soliciting applications for the MAHA ELEVATE Model, a voluntary, three-year service delivery model testing whole-person functional or lifestyle medicine approaches. Up to 30 recipients will be selected to participate in two cohorts starting in 2026 and 2027.