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The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to the Capital Construction Fund and Exhibits, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed renewal aims to update the process for determining applicant eligibility and ensuring compliance with the program's requirements.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has amended the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to eliminate the requirement for a copy of the electronic logging device (ELD) operator's manual to be kept in commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), citing a lack of benefit and a reduction in regulatory burden.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has amended regulations to eliminate the need for CDL holders to self-report motor vehicle violations to their state of domicile, as electronic exchange of violations between state drivers licensing agencies will be implemented in 2024, supporting the administration's deregulatory efforts.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has revised its regulations to eliminate the requirement for motor carriers and intermodal equipment providers to submit completed roadside inspection forms to issuing State agencies, unless requested, in an effort to reduce unnecessary burdens.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has accepted applications from six individuals seeking exemptions from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to drive commercial vehicles in interstate commerce despite having epilepsy or seizure disorders, provided they are taking anti-seizure medication and have experienced seizures.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the receipt of applications from 16 individuals seeking exemptions from the prohibition on driving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) with epilepsy or seizure disorders, allowing those who have had seizures and are taking medication to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for 13 individuals with epilepsy to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce, despite having had seizures and taking anti-seizure medication.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive for certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters due to incorrect part numbers on tail cone assemblies, which may not accurately convey the life limit. The FAA aims to address the unsafe condition by verifying and updating the part numbers and identification plates.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to amend domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-16, V-94, and V-159 in the eastern United States, and revoke V-535, due to the planned decommissioning of the Holly Springs, MS VOR/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC).
The US government has established a new air traffic control zone at Lane Airpark in Rosenberg, Texas, allowing for more efficient IFR operations and new instrument procedures, which will support the growth of aviation in the region.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued an advisory bulletin to prevent excavation damage, correcting references to the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) Best Practices, published in the Federal Register on April 21, 2026.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection to assess ways to prevent and enforce controlled substance and alcohol violations among non-CDL commercial motor vehicle drivers, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed the creation of a new Class E airspace at Tishomingo Airport in Belmont, Mississippi, to ensure safe instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at the airport, with the proposed airspace extending 700 feet above the surface.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (ERS) is seeking public comment on a new information collection to study farmers' adoption of precision and digital agriculture practices, specifically in specialty crops, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has prepared a final supplemental environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for the field release of the knotweed psyllid Aphalara itadori from Japan to control Japanese, giant, and Bohemian knotweeds in the contiguous US.
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture is planning to revise its Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program, a program that provides financial assistance to veterinarians, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and OMB regulations.
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture is extending and revising its Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer Programs, a previously approved information collection, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and OMB regulations.
The Department of Energy has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to revise and extend its information collection BPA Security, which is used to manage and oversee personnel and physical security programs at BPA facilities, for a period of three years.
The City of Spokane is inviting the public to participate in scoping comment sessions and an environmental site review for an upcoming project, as part of its planning and permitting process.
PacifiCorp has submitted a notice to the relevant authorities, requesting a reasonable period of time to complete its water quality certification application, as per the requirements of the Clean Water Act.
The U.S. Department of Energy has finalized a rule to simplify the process for authorizing the transmission of electric energy to foreign countries, as mandated by the Federal Power Act, following public comments on a proposed rule published in May 2025.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded that Western Chemical Industries P Limited did not sell Carbazole Violet Pigment 23 at prices below its normal value during the review period from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a renewal incidental harassment authorization to HEX Operating, LLC, allowing the company to incidentally harass marine mammals during its natural gas activities in Cook Inlet, Alaska, in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an incidental harassment authorization to the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (L-DEO) for a marine geophysical survey off the Eastern North American Margin in the Western Central Atlantic Ocean, in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) as amended.
The Phillips 66 Company has received official approval for its subzone status in Billings, Montana, marking a significant development for the energy company's operations in the region.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has corrected its notice in the Federal Register, announcing the amended final results of the 2023-2024 antidumping duty administrative review on certain activated carbon from China, after incorrectly listing non-selected companies and omitting a company that should have been included.
The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on its proposed and ongoing information collection requirements for the Ocean Salmon Fishery off the coasts of Washington, Oregon, and California, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, before submitting it to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.
The U.S. government has issued a notification regarding its comparability findings for Suriname under the import provisions of the Marine Mammal Protection Act, a federal law aimed at conserving marine mammals
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an incidental harassment authorization to Coeur Alaska, Inc. for the Kensington Dock Repair Project in Berners Bay, Alaska, in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) regulations.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has found that Global Special Steel Products S.A.U. sold prestressed concrete steel wire strand from Spain at a price lower than its normal value in the U.S. market during the review period, and is now seeking public comments on the preliminary results.
Lithionics Battery, LLC has been authorized to produce lithium-ion battery systems and accessories in Foreign-Trade Zone 193, located in Clearwater, Florida.
The U.S. Commerce Department has concluded its review of the antidumping duty order on 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane (R-134a) from China, determining that Sanmei, the only mandatory respondent, and 23 additional companies are part of the China-wide entity and are not eligible for a separate rate.
The International Trade Administration (ITA) is introducing new user fees for its export and investment promotion services/events to cover full costs, following an independent cost study and guidance from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in Circular A-25.
Super Micro Computer, Inc. has submitted a notification to the US government proposing the production of high-performance computing systems in Foreign-Trade Zone 18, covering locations in San Jose, Fremont, and Milpitas, California.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on its information collection request for the Residence of Trusts and Estates form, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public input on its information collection request for escrow funds and similar funds, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and several federal banking agencies are proposing a new rule that would require permitted payment stablecoin issuers to implement customer identification programs, similar to those used by traditional banks, in order to comply with the U.S. Stablecoins Act.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is updating its policy statement on minority and depository institutions (MDIs) to align it more closely with the related statute and remove outdated information. The update aims to ensure the policy statement remains accurate and supported by statute for years to come, while maintaining the current MDI designations.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is seeking public comments on a proposed revision to its Data Sharing Program, aimed at reducing paperwork and respondent burden, and ensuring data can be provided in the desired format.
The U.S. Department of Labor is correcting a notice that incorrectly referenced the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Administration, when in fact the collection of information is for Certification of Funeral Expenses (LS-265)
The Social Security Administration is correcting a notice that incorrectly referenced the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, and is seeking public comment on the Application for Continuation of Death Benefit for Student (LS-266)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is requesting public input on a proposed generic clearance for collecting consumer data through voluntary surveys to support its mission to protect consumers and promote competition.
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comment on a proposal to extend the clearance for its Rule Governing Pre-Sale Availability of Written Warranty Terms for three years, with the current clearance set to expire on July 31, 2026.
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The International Monetary Fund has released preliminary balance of payments data for 2025 by region, with details available in attached files.
Attendees at the annual Main SACEPO meeting discussed quality and artificial intelligence, as well as digital transformation, legal changes, and the Unitary Patent, with users sharing their perspectives on these topics.
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the preliminary Producer Price Index for May 2026, with further details available in attached files.
HKEX renews Memorandum of Understanding with China Financial Futures Exchange
HKEX to debut China Government Bond Futures on 3 August 2026