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The U.S. government has amended a major disaster declaration for the state of Alaska, which was initially declared on October 22, 2025, due to severe storms, flooding, and the remnants of Typhoon Halong, affecting the area from October 8 to October 13, 2025.
AE Ventures Fund III LP has submitted a notice to the relevant authorities seeking an exemption under Section 312 of the Small Business Investment Act, citing potential conflicts of interest
Diamond State Ventures III, LP has surrendered its Small Business Investment Company license, according to a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move comes after a thorough review and evaluation of the company's compliance with relevant regulations.
AAVIN Mezzanine Fund, LP has surrendered its license as a Small Business Investment Company (SBIC), a designation granted by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comment on the renewal of its information collection, 'Securities Exchange Act Disclosure Rules,' as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA).
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is seeking public comment on the renewal of a generic information collection to gather qualitative feedback on its customer service delivery, as required by the Dodd-Frank Act.
The Commission shall adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 21 of Regulation (EC) No 1290/2009 and the Council Directive 2009/138/EC.
A new study by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reveals a significant surge in inventions in quantum technologies over the last decade, with a five-fold increase in patent filings. The study examines various aspects of the quantum ecosystem, including firm activities, skills, trade, supply chains, and government action.
The European Patent Office (EPO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their collaboration on innovation and technology, aiming to advance insights and knowledge-sharing in these areas.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a final environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for the decommissioning funding plans of the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station's independent spent fuel storage installation.
The Enforcement Bureau has permanently barred Issa Asad from participating in the federal Lifeline program and all related universal service support mechanisms.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) will conduct a new computer matching program to verify the eligibility of Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program applicants and subscribers, in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974.
Evenflo Company, Inc. has denied its petition to the NHTSA, stating that its Evenflo All4One child restraint systems do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213.
The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking public comment on an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement for the Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) process, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and OMB regulations.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about wearable devices with fall detection and is now soliciting comments on public interest issues related to the complaint.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about Certain Wearable Devices and is seeking public comments on any issues related to the complaint or the filing.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service has corrected errors in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) regulations after implementing the Access to Baby Formula Act of 2022 and related provisions.
The U.S. Department of State has published the names of individuals sanctioned by an Executive Order targeting the Russian government's harmful activities, blocking their property and interests within U.S. jurisdiction.
The US Department of State has published the names of individuals sanctioned by the US Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) in 2023, following a determination that they were involved in harmful foreign activities by the Russian government. These individuals are now blocked from conducting transactions with US persons.
The US Department of State has published the names of individuals sanctioned by the US Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) due to their involvement in proliferating weapons of mass destruction or supporting conventional arms activities in Iran. These individuals are subject to US jurisdiction and US persons are prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
The U.S. Department of State has published the names of individuals sanctioned by an Executive Order targeting the Russian government's harmful activities, blocking their property and interests within U.S. jurisdiction.
The U.S. Department of State has published the names of individuals sanctioned by an Executive Order related to the Russian government's harmful foreign activities, blocking their property and interests within U.S. jurisdiction.
The U.S. Department of State will host a public meeting on January 12, 2026, at Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, D.C., to prepare for the IMO's Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC 12) meeting in London from January 19-23, 2026. The meeting will be held both in-person and via teleconference, with limited capacity for participants.
The U.S. Department of State is requesting public comment on a proposed information collection, which includes a medical history and examination, in order to obtain Office of Management and Budget approval before submitting it to OMB.
The U.S. government has designated Clan del Golfo, a militant group from Yemen, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) due to its ties to Al-Qaeda and involvement in terrorist activities.
The US government has added Clan del Golfo, a militant group, to its list of Specially Designated Global Terrorists, following a review of the organization's activities and ties to terrorism.
The U.S. government is requesting public comment on its submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval of its individual transfer quota (ITQ) administration for surfclam and ocean quahog fisheries, a process that aims to manage these fisheries sustainably.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued regulations to minimize the impact of military readiness activities on marine mammals in the Hawaii-California Training and Testing Study Area, covering a 7-year period from December 2025 to December 2032.
The U.S. government has denied export privileges to Marco Antonio Santillan Valencia, a resident of Whittier, California, at his address 12904 Foxley Drive, in a decision related to the case In the Matter of Marco Antonio Santillan Valencia, 12904 Foxley Drive, Whittier, CA 90602.
The US government has denied export privileges to Richard G. Shih of Rolling Hills, CA, in a decision related to export control regulations
The US government has issued an order denying export privileges to several individuals and companies, including those on the Commerce Control List, in response to national security concerns.
The US government has denied export privileges to Arthur Ching-Fu Gau, a resident of Tempe, Arizona, in a decision related to his application.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public input on the collection of information for Revenue Procedure 2026-6 and Form 15714, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on a proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of information collection requirements for the 1,3-Butadiene Standard, which aims to protect workers from exposure to this hazardous chemical.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on a proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of information collection requirements for the Construction Fall Protection Systems Criteria, Practices, and Training Requirements Standard.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on a proposed extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of information collection requirements for the Crawler, Locomotive, and Truck Cranes Standard, which aims to improve workplace safety for crane operators
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on the proposed extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of information collection requirements for the Respirable Crystalline Silica Standards for General Industry, Shipyards, and Construction.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on a proposed extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of the information collection requirements outlined in the Manlifts Standard, which aims to improve workplace safety for lift equipment users.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Employment and Training Administration-sponsored information collection request, which is required for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Department of Labor is extending the comment period for the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Labor Certification Program, allowing interested persons more time to submit comments on the proposed revisions.
The Department of Labor is seeking public input on a proposed information collection to reduce paperwork burden and ensure efficient reporting for Actuarial Attestation Regarding War Risk Hazard Provisions in Defense Base Act Premiums, as part of its efforts to minimize reporting time and financial resources.
The Federal Trade Commission is requesting public comment on its proposal to extend the clearance for the Consumer Product Warranty Rule for an additional three years, until April 30, 2029.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is proposing a rule that would permit joint clearing members of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation to hold futures customer funds in a commingled account, subject to certain conditions and oversight.
A new process for registering general authorizations for employees representing a party has been implemented, making it easier for them to obtain necessary permissions.
The euro area experienced a significant increase in its trade surplus with the rest of the world, rising to €18.4 billion in October 2025, up from €7.1 billion in the same month last year.
Revocation of the Operational Licences of Aso Savings and Loans Plc and Union Homes Savings & Loans plc
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued licenses to Tennessee Valley Authority for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant Units 1, 2, and 3, allowing them to continue operation for 20 years.
Ford Motor Company has received a decision from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding its petition for inconsequential noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108 for certain model year 2020-2025 Ford Transit vehicles.
The General Services Administration (GSA) is updating the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) to align with the Administration's deregulatory priorities, aiming to streamline and improve the management of various federal activities.
The US Department of Commerce has announced a revised schedule for its proceeding on silicon metal imports from Angola, Australia, Laos, Norway, and Thailand.