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The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive for Airbus SAS Model A330-200 series airplanes, requiring repetitive operational checks of the standby fuel pumps and limiting the installation of affected parts under certain conditions.
The Federal Aviation Administration proposes revising its regulations to use weather reports from FAA-approved sources, replacing those from the National Weather Service due to its reduced capacity.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to amend its regulations to prohibit remote dispatching and flight following activities, except in emergencies, as required by section 420 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to establish Class E airspace at Meadow Creek Airport in Monee, Illinois, to support new instrument procedures and instrument flight rule operations.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the reporting deadline for the Health and Safety Data Reporting Rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) by one year to May 21, 2027.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing significant new use rules (SNURs) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for certain chemical substances, requiring persons to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing manufacture or processing for designated significant new uses.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of aluminum when used as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations, following a petition from Steptoe & Johnson, LLP on behalf of Sun Chemical.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken final action to approve revisions to the Arizona state implementation plan, addressing reasonably available control technology requirements in the Gila County portion of the Phoenix-Mesa ozone nonattainment area.
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) invite public comments on extending the approval of certain Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 28 requirements through January 31, 2030.
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) invite public comments on an extension of the architect-engineer qualifications (Standard Form (SF) 330) information collection, which is set to expire on January 31, 2027, and proposes a three-year extension.
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) invite public comments on extending the approval of a privacy training information collection through October 31, 2029.
The FDA has declined to add hepatitis delta virus to the list of tropical diseases under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, after analyzing whether it meets the statutory criteria, including a lack of significant market in developed nations and disproportionate impact on poor populations.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has lodged a proposed modification to a consent decree under the Clean Water Act, which aims to address environmental concerns related to a specific facility.
The Drug Enforcement Administration has temporarily placed 2-(2-fluorophenyl)-2- (methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one, also known as 2-fluorodeschloroketamine, under Schedule I controls due to concerns over public safety, imposing strict regulations on its handling and distribution.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has corrected technical and typographical errors in the proposed rule for hospital payment rates and quality programs for Fiscal Year 2027, as published in the April 14, 2026 Federal Register.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made additional draft and revised draft product-specific guidances available, providing recommendations on bioequivalence studies for abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs). These guidances were developed using the process outlined in the FDA's June 11, 2010, guidance for industry, 'Bioequivalence Recommendations for Specific Products'.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is updating the average cost of a health insurance policy as it relates to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), a program established by the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 (P.L. 99-660).
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a guidance document to help manufacturers and laboratories conduct Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER) studies to demonstrate the quality of protein in new infant formulas, finalizing an approach introduced in 2023.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposes rule changes to modify payment limits and requirements for Medicaid managed care and targeted Medicaid payments, aiming to ensure actuarially sound contracts and efficient care delivery.
The FDA has released a final guidance for industry on the M11 Clinical Electronic Structured Harmonised Protocol (CeSHarP), a standardized framework for digital clinical trial protocols, developed under the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH).
The FDA is hosting a public meeting of the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee to gather input on the safety and effectiveness of Moderna's MFLUSIVA influenza vaccine, and is seeking public comments on the matter
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to amend and establish two new air navigation routes in the Southwestern United States to alleviate congestion and reduce conflict alerts for pilots, particularly in the areas around Blythe, CA, and El Paso, TX.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pratt & Whitney RTX engines, requiring repetitive inspections and replacement to address a safety concern following an incident involving an International Aero Engines engine that experienced a high-pressure compressor separation during takeoff.
The Rural Utilities Service is accepting applications for the Guarantees for Bonds and Notes Issued for Utility Infrastructure Purposes Program for Fiscal Year 2026, with future funding announcements only available on the Agency website.
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking to revise and extend a regulation related to privately owned quarantine facilities for livestock, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is seeking to renew its information collection for accrediting laboratories, processing transactions with meat and poultry establishments, and granting exemptions from federal regulations, with the current approval set to expire on October 31, 2026.
The Western Area Power Administration has submitted a notice of filing, which is a formal request to the U.S. Department of Energy to proceed with a proposed project, likely related to the administration's energy transmission and distribution operations.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is extending the comment period for its information collection FERC-549, which involves transactions related to the Natural Gas Pipeline Act (NGPA) and the National Gas Act (NGA), following a lack of comments from the public during the initial 60-day notice period.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has found that Indian chromium trioxide is being sold in the U.S. at a price lower than its fair market value, prompting a preliminary investigation and a request for public comment.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that chromium trioxide imports from Türkiye are being sold in the U.S. at below-market prices, prompting a request for public comment on the preliminary finding.
The Regional Coastal Observing Systems (RCOS) is requesting public comment on its submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval of its information collection activities, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has closed the Angling category Gulf of America fishery for large, medium, and giant Atlantic bluefin tuna, effective for the 2026 fishing season, impacting recreational anglers and permitted vessels.
The New England Fishery Management Council is hosting a public webinar meeting of its Habitat Committee to discuss actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone. The council will consider recommendations from the committee for formal action.
The Caribbean Fishery Management Council's Outreach and Education Advisory Panel will host a public hybrid meeting to discuss agenda items outlined in the attached agenda.
Essai, Inc., a company based in Chandler, Arizona, has submitted a notification to Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 75 regarding a proposed production activity for semiconductor test equipment. The company aims to establish a manufacturing facility within the FTZ to produce this specialized equipment.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that the Russian Federation is providing countervailable subsidies to palladium producers and exporters, affecting the market from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that Okechamp S. A., the sole producer/exporter subject to this review, sold certain preserved mushrooms from Poland in the U.S. at prices below their normal value during the review period, resulting in a potential antidumping duty.
The U.S. Department of Commerce is reviewing the antidumping duty on superabsorbent polymers from the Republic of Korea, and has found that LG Chem did not sell the products at below market value during the review period.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public input on its information collection request for clean vehicle credits, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury is requiring foreign-residents to report their holdings of U.S. securities, including money market instruments, by June 30, 2026, as part of a mandatory survey under the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has made a final decision to expand the scope of recognition for UL LLC, allowing it to operate as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) for a wider range of products and services.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced UL LLC's application to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and proposes to add a new test standard to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards, following a preliminary finding to grant the application.
The two private equity firms, Brightwood Capital SBIC III, LP and Brightwood Capital SBIC IV, LP, have submitted a notice to the US government seeking an exemption from conflicts of interest under Section 312 of the Small Business Investment Act. This exemption would allow the firms to continue investing in small businesses without restrictions.
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is reviewing an Information Collection Request (ICR) related to data collection activities, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. A public comment period on the ICR has been open since March 5, 2026, and will close in 60 days.
The European Patent Office (EPO) has successfully completed an ISO surveillance audit, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in maintaining ISO certifications.
The Compound Consumer Sentiment Index (CCSI) for May 2026 was 106.1, 6.9 points higher than that in April. * For details, please refer to the attached files.
The Bank of Korea released its Consumer Tendency Survey for May 2026, showing a slight increase in consumer confidence.
The People's Bank of China will issue Renminbi bills through the Central Monetary Markets Unit of Hong Kong Monetary Authority.
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Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, recently spoke at the 389th Cutlers' Feast, held at Cutlers' Hall in Sheffield, about the potential of artificial intelligence in creating innovative products, including cutlery.