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8/31/2026

FAA Proposes Rule on Airport Property Release and Sale

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public input on the potential sale of eleven parcels of land at the Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport in Liberal, Kansas, as part of a larger effort to comply with federal regulations.

8/31/2026

FHWA Announces Final Federal Agency Actions on Proposed Florida Transportation Project

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is issuing a notice to announce final agency actions taken by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other federal agencies on the proposed State Road 30 (U.S. 98) project, also known as 'Around the Mound', which aims to add capacity to the road from Brooks Bridge to Hollywood Boulevard, spanning approximately 0.6 miles.

8/31/2026

FHWA Announces Final Federal Agency Actions on Proposed Florida Highway Project

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is issuing a notice to announce final agency actions on a proposed highway project in Florida, which will widen a two-lane roadway to a four-lane divided urban highway, including the addition of roundabouts and shared use paths, and a reconfigured interchange at Interstate 95.

8/31/2026

NHTSA Clarifies Fuel Economy Authority for Commercial Vehicles

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is issuing a new rule to clarify its authority to set fuel economy standards for commercial medium- and heavy-duty on-highway vehicles and work trucks, while also reviewing existing standards for consistency and enforcing affected standards pending a separate rulemaking process.

8/31/2026

Regulatory Relief for End of Car Cushioning Units

The U.S. government has amended regulations to provide permanent relief for freight cars with end-of-car cushioning units (EOCCs) that are in service, even if they have oil droplets on the unit, as long as they are equipped with a unit condition indicator (UCI) that shows the EOCC is operational.

8/31/2026

FRA Amends Brake System Maintenance and Inspection Requirements

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has updated its safety standards for brake inspections on passenger and freight rail equipment, aligning with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Executive Order 14219, as part of its efforts to streamline regulations and improve efficiency.

8/31/2026

FRA Expands Locomotive Wheel Set Diameter Variations

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is amending its safety regulations to allow for a greater variation in diameter for locomotive wheel sets using alternating current technology, in response to a petition from a Class I railroad and advancements in traction motor control, as requested by the railroad in May 2019.

8/31/2026

Revocation of Al-Nusrah Front Designation as Global Terrorist

The US Department of State has revoked the designation of Al-Nusrah Front, also known as Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham, as a specially designated global terrorist organization. This move comes after a review of the group's activities and a request from the Secretary of State.

8/31/2026

U.S. Court Upholds Commerce's Decision on Antidumping Duty on UAE Steel Pipe

The U.S. Court of International Trade has ruled in favor of the U.S. Department of Commerce's decision on the antidumping duty on circular welded carbon-quality steel pipe from the United Arab Emirates, but the ruling does not align with Commerce's final results, prompting an amendment to the dumping margin for certain companies.

8/31/2026

Department of Commerce Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Information Collection Activities

The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on its proposed information collection activities, which are subject to review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). The public has 60 days to provide feedback on the proposed collection before it is submitted to OMB for review.

8/31/2026

US Department of Labor Rescinds Migrant Farmworker Coordination Regulations

The US Department of Labor is rescinding outdated regulations governing coordination of enforcement activities among its Wage and Hour Division, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Employment and Training Administration with respect to migrant and seasonal farmworkers, aiming to streamline enforcement and reduce regulatory burden.

8/31/2026

U.S. Administration Rescinds Policy on Notice and Comment Rulemaking

The U.S. Administration has finalized a rule to eliminate the need for notice and comment procedures in certain situations, reverting to the standard requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act, while retaining the option to engage in voluntary rulemaking on a case-by-case basis.

8/31/2026

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Indiana

The President of the United States has issued a major disaster declaration for the state of Indiana, effective August 25, 2026, in response to severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding. This declaration is made under the authority of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).