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HHS Proposed Rule Comment Submission Form

HHS is accepting public comments on a proposed rule through Regulations.gov. The submission form enables commenters to provide feedback up to 5,000 characters and attach supporting files, with the comment period closing May 8, 2025.

CMS Launches First Wave HealthTech Ecosystem Tools, 700+ Orgs Pledged

CMS announced the First Wave Launch of its HealthTech Ecosystem, featuring interoperable digital tools for patient data access and streamlined care. Over 700 organizations have pledged support for the initiative, which aims to modernize healthcare delivery by replacing traditional paperwork with digital-first solutions.

DNV Healthcare Hospital Accreditation Comment

DNV Healthcare submitted a public comment to CMS on proposed hospital accreditation standards (CMS-2026-1288). The comment was filed through Regulations.gov as part of the federal rulemaking consultation process. The specific content of the comment is not visible in this form submission record.

DNV Healthcare Seeks Continued CMS Hospital Accreditation Recognition

CMS published a notice acknowledging receipt of DNV Healthcare USA Inc.'s application for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for hospital accreditation. The application would allow DNV to continue certifying hospitals for participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs under Section 1865(a)(1)(A) of the Social Security Act. Public comments are being accepted until May 11, 2026.

Procedures for Requests From Tribal Lead Agencies To Use CCDF Funds for Construction or Major Renovation

The Office of Child Care (OCC) under HHS proposes to extend and modify an existing information collection for Tribal Lead Agencies requesting Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) funds for child care facility construction or renovation. The updated Program Instruction significantly streamlines requirements, reducing burden by 70% from 20 hours to 6 hours per response, cutting 19 pages and eliminating 5 requirements while maintaining statutory compliance under 42 U.S.C. 9858m(c)(6). Comments are due May 11, 2026.

Annual Survey of Refugees Information Collection Extension Request

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) seeks OMB approval to extend the Annual Survey of Refugees (ASR) through 2027, maintaining the existing survey form for the 2025 and 2026 collection cycles. The ASR collects data from approximately 6,400 refugee households that entered the U.S. within the previous 5 fiscal years, supporting the Office of Refugee Resettlement's congressional reporting requirements under the Refugee Act of 1980.

LIHEAP Household Data Collection Report Reinstatement Request

HHS Administration for Children and Families proposes to reinstate the LIHEAP Household Report (OMB #0970-0060) with proposed changes to reduce reporting burden. States, DC, and Puerto Rico would submit household statistics by assistance type and funding source, while tribal grantees would submit simplified household counts. Comments are due June 8, 2026.

DNV Healthcare Hospital Accreditation Program Continued Approval Application

CMS published notice of DNV Healthcare USA Inc.'s application for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for its hospital accreditation program under Medicare and Medicaid. The agency seeks public comment on whether DNV meets CMS standards for continued approval. Comments must be submitted by May 11, 2026.

Center for Scientific Review Notice of Closed Meetings

The NIH Center for Scientific Review published a notice announcing five closed meetings scheduled for May 5-6, 2026, to review grant applications across topics including aging/neurological/behavioral health, cardiovascular clinical trials, cancer genetics, gene regulation, and pathogenic eukaryotes. All meetings will be held virtually and closed to the public pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

National Eye Institute Board of Scientific Counselors Closed Meeting Notice

The NIH National Eye Institute published a closed meeting notice for the Board of Scientific Counselors on April 27, 2026. The meeting will review and evaluate personnel qualifications and performance, and the competence of individual investigators. The meeting is closed pursuant to FACA exemptions for personal privacy.