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The Mid-Atlantic and South Atlantic Fishery Management Councils will convene a public meeting for the Joint Blueline Tilefish Subcommittee, a collaborative committee focused on managing fishery resources in the region.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public input on its information collection request for tax-exempt organization complaints, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) and the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) are offering up to $500 million in Guarantee Authority for the CDFI Bond Guarantee Program in FY 2026, subject to Congressional approval. Interested parties must submit qualified applications and follow specific guidelines.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury will submit a request for review and clearance to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding information collection activities, and is seeking public comments on the proposal
The CDFI Fund is seeking formula-based grants to FDIC-insured banks and thrifts that have invested in economically distressed communities through loans, investments, and technical assistance to certified community development financial institutions (CDFIs).
The CDFI Fund is expanding access to capital and technical assistance for Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to serve rural and urban communities with limited access to affordable consumer lending products through its Small Dollar Loan Program (SDL Program).
The Department of the Treasury will submit multiple information collection requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance, inviting public comments on these requests, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is seeking public comment on a proposed rule that would update and clarify its regulations regarding the disclosure of confidential information, allowing insured depository institutions to share such information with affiliates and other entities without prior authorization, and simplifying the requirements for discretionary disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is soliciting public comment on a proposed rule that would modify its regulations for resolution submissions by large banks, raising the asset threshold from $50 billion to an automatically updated amount, reducing the required content of submissions, and standardizing content requirements for covered institutions.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is seeking public input on a proposed rule that would adjust the asset threshold for small and large institutions, decrease initial deposit insurance assessment rates, and introduce a readiness adjustment for large and highly complex institutions.
The state of Pennsylvania has issued an administrative declaration of a disaster in response to the devastating Oak Forest Apartment Complex fire, which occurred on June 24, 2026
The Federal Reserve is expected to increase interest rates for the fifth time this year, aiming to curb inflation and stabilize the economy, as the central bank's committee prepares to meet on schedule to discuss the proposal.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are seeking public input on potential measures to enhance portfolio and cross-margining of securities and derivatives subject to either or both agencies' jurisdictions.
The European Patent Office (EPO) has released its Annual Review 2025, highlighting the continued high quality and user satisfaction within the European patent system, as its global impact continues to expand.
Ethiopia's recent reforms are addressing forex shortages, enhancing trade, and facilitating businesses to invest, hire, and support low-income households
The World Bank Group will continue to prioritize client-driven climate change initiatives, supporting countries in meeting their national climate ambitions and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Electric mobility can help Africa reduce fuel imports, alleviate fiscal pressure, and enhance the continent's transport resilience in the face of a crisis.
The Mozambique Urban Sanitation Project is expanding sanitation access to over 265,000 people in five of Mozambique's rapidly developing cities, significantly enhancing their living conditions.
Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic, with World Bank backing through iCRAFT and iFIRST, are testing a results-based model for energy reform that could be replicated globally.
More than 300 rapid eradication actions have been carried out across the EU, with almost two thirds proving successful yet invasive alien species continue to spread and new introductions are likely, shows a...
More than 300 rapid eradication actions have been carried out across the EU, with almost two-thirds proving successful yet invasive alien species continue to spread and new introductions remain likely, shows a European...
The Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs will enforce new inspection standards for nine categories of products, including electric vehicle charging equipment, on July 1, 2026, following an announcement made on June 23, 2026.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) recently hosted a global conference on nuclear installation safety, bringing together experts from around the world to discuss and share best practices in ensuring the safe operation of nuclear facilities.
The European Patent Office (EPO) is participating in Pride celebrations in Munich and Vienna, with over 230,000 participants in each city, promoting diversity and inclusion
NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC has established an Atomic Safety and Licensing Board to oversee safety and licensing at its Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant in Iowa, USA. The board will ensure compliance with federal regulations and industry standards.
Constellation Energy Generation, LLC has submitted an application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for the subsequent renewal of its operating license for the R.E. Ginna Nuclear Power Plant, which would extend its operation for an additional 20 years.
The US International Trade Commission has initiated investigations into imports of choline salts from China, alleging they are sold at less than fair value and subsidized by the Chinese government, with a preliminary decision due by August 10, 2026.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics, part of the Department of Justice, is seeking OMB approval to reinstate and modify a previously approved information collection, the Title-Census of Tribal Court Systems, which has expired.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposed consent decree to address environmental concerns related to the release of toxic substances at a site in West Virginia. The decree aims to settle claims under the Clean Water Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and West Virginia Pollution Control Act.
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences is issuing a notice to inform the public of an upcoming meeting, likely related to environmental health research and policy discussions.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has submitted a proposed collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, related to new animal drugs for minor use and minor species.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially confirmed the regulatory review period for VYALEV, a human drug product, in accordance with the law, following a submission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
The National Institutes of Health Office of the Director has issued a notice regarding a closed meeting, as per their standard procedure.
The US Food and Drug Administration is proposing new regulations to require foreign owners and operators of tobacco establishments to register and list their products, aiming to close gaps in Agency information and support public health objectives.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has renewed the charter for the Advisory Committee on Breast Cancer in Young Women (ACBCYW), a committee focused on addressing breast cancer in younger women.
HRSA is seeking public comment on a new Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Rural Health Care Coordination Program, which will be reviewed and approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) before implementation.
The FDA is hosting a public meeting of the Cellular, Tissue, and Gene Therapies Advisory Committee to discuss a Biologics License Application (BLA) for Deramiocel, a human allogeneic cardiosphere-derived cell therapy from Capricor, Inc., and is seeking public comments on the application.
The FDA has classified the medial knee implanted shock absorber into Class II, a category that requires special controls to ensure safety and effectiveness, aiming to enhance patients' access to innovative devices while reducing regulatory burdens.
The Medicaid program has introduced a new requirement for certain individuals to engage with their local community, as part of a broader effort to improve health outcomes and reduce costs. This new rule aims to increase community involvement and participation among eligible Medicaid recipients.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a new airworthiness directive for certain Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes to address a low clearance condition between a hydraulic motor pump harness and the airplane structure at the aft fuselage between certain frames.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) to address a safety concern related to cracked and broken restraint brackets on certain Airbus A330-243 and A330-343 airplanes, which were found during maintenance on nacelle inlet cowls.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) helicopters, including the EC135 and EC635 models, to address a safety concern related to a separated tail rotor blade assembly due to intergranular corrosion, which could lead to a crack and potentially cause an accident.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) Model PW210A, PW210A1, and PW210S engines, requiring visual inspections and potential replacement of turbine exhaust frames due to thermal stress from engine starts, following reports of circumferential cracks.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters AS350B models, requiring inspections and potential replacements of a cargo hook due to non-conformity, in an effort to address an unsafe condition on these helicopters.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus A321neo models to address a manufacturing deviation that may lead to unsafe conditions, requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded two existing airworthiness directives for certain Airbus Helicopters models, requiring a modification to the jettisoning mechanism of cabin lateral sliding plug doors to address an unsafe condition.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters to address a safety concern related to the window jettisoning system, requiring modifications to affected windows and prohibiting the installation of affected windows or doors on these aircraft.
The Office of the Secretary of Transportation is hosting a virtual public meeting of the Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council, where attendees can provide input on enhancing the aesthetic value of the nation's transportation systems.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing an update to its Privacy Act system of records, USDA/FNA-5, to clarify and expand the coverage of records related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The update aims to improve program integrity and enforcement by consolidating records and integrating them with the Electronic Disqualified Recipient System (eDRS).
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection related to the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP), which provides temporary food assistance to households following a disaster, as part of its efforts to streamline reporting requirements.