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CMS: Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Application From the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. for Continued Approval of Its End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Accreditation Program
Notice from the Centers for Medicare& Medicaid Services (CMS) announcing its approval of the he Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc., for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) facilities that wish to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 21, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

HRSA: Solicitation of Nominations for Membership To Serve on the Council on Graduate Medical Education
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is seeking nominations of qualified candidates to be considered for appointment as members of the Council on Graduate Medical Education (COGME). COGME provides advice and recommendations on policy, program development, and other matters of significance concerning the physician training and the physician workforce. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 21, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

Public Inspection: ACF: Statement of Organization, Functions, and Delegations of Authority
Pre-publication notice from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) announcing the addition of a new office, the Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services. The functions of the Division of Family Violence Prevention and Services are transferred to this new office. In addition, the Division for Optimal Adolescent Development and the Division of Evaluation, Data, and Policy are renamed the Division of Positive Youth Development and the Division of Data, Performance, and Policy, respectively. This reorganization is effective March 17, 2023. (Source: Federal...
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 21, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

OSHA: National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH) Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Work Group: Notice of Meeting
The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH) Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Work Group will hold a virtual public meeting on April 27, 2023, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Agenda items include recommendations on potential elements of heat injury and illness prevention rulemaking. Registration is required. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 21, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

HHS: COVID-19 Emergency Use Authorization Declaration
Notice from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) amending theFebruary 4, 2020, determination that there is a public health emergency to include that there is "a public health emergency, or a significant potential for a public health emergency, that affects, or has a significant potential to affect, national security or the health and security of United States citizens living abroad." As a result, the Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) issued under these declarations remain in effect until the termination of the declarations or the revocation of the EUAs. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

RUS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Community Connect Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2023
Notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) announcing the availability of up to $79 million in grant funding for the Community Connect Grant Program for fiscal year 2023. The Community Connect Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants that will provide service at or above the broadband grant speed to all premises in rural, economically challenged communities where broadband service does not exist. Applications are due by June 20, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

SAMHSA: Advisory Committee for Women's Services (ACWS); Notice of Meeting
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Advisory Committee for Women's Services (ACWS) will hold a virtual public meeting on April 25, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda items include a discussion on assessing current SAMHSA strategies to address the mental health and substance use needs of women and girls, priorities regarding the impact of COVID-19 on the behavioral health needs of women and children, and directions around behavioral health services and access for women and children.Registration is required to attend. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

SAMHSA: Meeting of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Mental Health Services National Advisory Council
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Center for Mental Health Services National Advisory Council (CMHS NAC) will hold a virtual public meeting on April 25, 2023. Agenda items include updates from the SAMHSA CMHS director and discussions on Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, school based mental health services, the Mental Health Block Grant, Black youth suicide prevention activities, and a discussion on CMHS/SAMHSA Response to Disasters. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

CDC: Final American Indian and Alaska Native Worker Safety and Health Strategic Plan
Notice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announcing the availability of the finalAmerican Indian and Alaska Native Worker Safety and Health Strategic Plan. The strategic plan serves as a blueprint to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of AI/AN workers across the United States. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

CDC: Solicitation for Nominations for Appointment to the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for membership on the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BSC, NIOSH). Nominations are due by April 19, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 20, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

HHS: Administrative Simplification: Adoption of Standards for Health Care Attachments Transactions and Electronic Signatures, and Modification to Referral Certification and Authorization Transaction Standard; Correction
Notice from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services making technical and typographical corrections to theDecember 21, 2022, proposed rule. Comments on the proposed rule are due by March 21, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 17, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

RBS: Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Socially Disadvantaged Groups Grant for Fiscal Year 2023
The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBS) announces the availability of up to $3 million in competitive grants under the Socially Disadvantaged Groups Grant (SDGG) program for fiscal year 2023. The purpose of the SDGG program is to provide technical assistance to socially disadvantaged groups in rural areas through cooperatives and Cooperative Development Centers. Technical assistance includes feasibility studies, business plans, strategic planning, and leadership training. Applications are due by May 16, 2023. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 17, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

NTIA: National Spectrum Strategy (NSS) Listening Session
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) will hold two public listening sessions to assist in its preparation of a National Spectrum Strategy (NSS) for the United States on March 30, 2023, and April 11, 2023. The NSS will outline an approach to maintain U.S. leadership in advanced wireless technologies and services and to ensure the availability of spectrum resources to meet national requirements. Agendas and other information regarding the events will be posted on theNTIA website. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 16, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

NTIA: Development of a National Spectrum Strategy
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is seeking comments on the development and implementation of a National Spectrum Strategy (NSS) for the United States. The NSS will outline an approach to maintain U.S. leadership in advanced wireless technologies and services. NTIA is seeking comments on three proposed pillars of the National Spectrum Strategy: 1) A Spectrum Pipeline To Ensure U.S. Leadership in Spectrum-Based Technologies, 2) Long-Term Spectrum Planning, and 3) Unprecedented Spectrum Access and Management Through Technology Development. Comments are due by April 17, 2023. (Source: Fede...
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 16, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

CDC: Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee
Announcement of a virtual public meeting of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC) to be held on April 12-13, 2023. Agenda items include agency updates from CDC, CMS, and FDA. Agenda items will include presentations and discussions on reports from two CLIAC workgroups and the laboratory's role in advancing health equity. The agenda and information on how to join the meeting will be posted on theCLIAC website prior to the meeting. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 15, 2023 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news