Financial Policy Committee Record – September 2026
The Financial Policy Committee (FPC) of the UK met to assess potential risks to the country's financial stability and develop strategies to protect the UK's financial system from these threats.
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EU Businesses Generate €10.9 Trillion in Value Added in 2024
The European Union saw a significant increase in value added, with €10.9 trillion generated by its enterprises in 2024, following a year where there were approximately 34.0 million businesses and 164.5 million employees.
World Bank Approves $110 Million for Climate-Resilient Roads in Sri Lanka
The World Bank has approved $110 million to aid Sri Lanka in repairing and reconstructing 600 kilometers of roads damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, a severe storm that hit the country.
Quarterly schedule of direct purchases of Japanese government bonds (Competitive Auction Method) (October-December 2026)
Quarterly schedule of direct purchases of Japanese government bonds (Competitive Auction Method) (October-December 2026).
Foreign exchange transactions in October 2026
Norges Bank conducts foreign exchange transactions on behalf of the government and to finance the transfer of dividends and interest payments to the government.
Japanese Government to Auction Outright Purchases of Bonds in October-December 2026
The Japanese government will conduct a series of competitive auctions for outright purchases of government bonds between October and December 2026, as part of its monetary policy strategy to manage interest rates and stabilize the economy.
Minutes of the meeting on monetary policy on 23 September 2026
Minutes of the meeting on monetary policy on 23 September 2026
Liquidity indicators in the JGB markets (August)
Liquidity indicators in the JGB markets (August).
Liquidity Indicators in the JGB Markets (August)
The JGB markets have seen recent liquidity indicators, which were automatically gathered from the source. This translates to recent liquidity indicators in the JGB markets, which were automatically collected from the source.
Private Capital for Small Firms: The Engine Behind Laos' Economy
The World Bank Group's initiatives in Laos are supporting the growth of private capital, a key driver of the country's economy, poverty reduction, and job creation, helping to mobilize the private sector as a force for development.
Haze Situation Update (30 September 2026)
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice to the public regarding the ongoing haze situation in the eastern United States, which affects several states including New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The EPA has scheduled a meeting with stakeholders to discuss a proposal for reducing emissions from power plants and industrial facilities.
Taiwan and Australia Cooperate on Global Energy Shifts During 31st Joint Consultations
The 31st Taiwan-Australia Joint Energy and Minerals, Trade and Investment Cooperation Consultations (JEMTIC) took place on August 26, 2026, in Taipei, Taiwan. The Australian delegation, led by Acting Head of the Australian Trade and Investment Commission, responded jointly with Taiwan to global energy shifts.
IAEA Lise Meitner Programme Advances Women's Nuclear Careers through Visit to the Russian Federation
The IAEA Lise Meitner Programme recently visited the Russian Federation to advance women's careers in the nuclear industry, following a proposal by the programme to increase female participation in the field.
NRC Modernization: Rulemaking Procedure, Federal Advisory Committee Act Alignment, Access, and Security; Correction and Confirmation of Effective Date
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is correcting a notice that was published in the Federal Register on August 11, 2026, regarding the rulemaking procedure, alignment with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, access, and security, as well as confirming the effective date of a direct final rule that amended the NRC's regulations to streamline procedures.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is requesting the revision of the Office of Management and Budget's approval of an existing information collection activity, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request is part of the Bureau's ongoing efforts to streamline its processes and reduce paperwork burden on consumers.
Federal Communications Commission Renews Consumer Protection and Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Federal Communications Commission is publishing a notice to announce the renewal of the Consumer Protection and Accessibility Advisory Committee, a committee established to provide advice on consumer protection and accessibility issues, for a period of three years.
FCC Proposes Changes to TV Allotments in Response to Georgia Public Telecommunications Commission Petition
The Federal Communications Commission is proposing amendments to its rules regarding television broadcasting in Savannah, Georgia, in response to a petition filed by the Georgia Public Telecommunications Commission
FCC Amends TV Allotments in Norwell, Massachusetts
The Federal Communications Commission has updated its rules to swap channel 10 for channel 36 in Norwell, Massachusetts, in response to a petition filed by a local television broadcasting service.
EPA Approves Illinois' Public Water System Supervision Program Revisions
The Environmental Protection Agency has given its approval for the State of Illinois to implement revised rules for its Public Water System Supervision (PWSS) Program, which oversees the state's public water systems to ensure they meet federal drinking water standards.
EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed RFS Program Changes
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request for public comment on proposed changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program, which includes standards for 2023-2025, as part of its information collection activities (EPA ICR Number 2722.03, OMB Control Number 2060-0094). The EPA is seeking public input on these proposed changes.
Public Meeting of the Science Advisory Board to Review EPA Draft Report
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a public meeting of the Science Advisory Board (SAB) to review a draft report, following a request from the committee to assess the quality of the document
EPA Proposes Repeal of North Dakota's Air Plan Approval, Reconsidering Partial Approval and Disapproval
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to repeal a final rule, partially approving and partially disapproving North Dakota's Regional Haze State Implementation Plan for the Second Implementation Period, following a request from the state to reconsider and correct the decision
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Adjusts EB-5 Visa Fee Rule
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a fee adjustment for the Employment-Based Immigration, Fifth Preference (EB-5) visa benefit, which will impact applicants seeking immigrant visas through this category.
HRSA Administers Grant to Link Boston Birth Cohort and Pregnancy Data to Early Life Longitudinal Data System and Community-Level Health Databases
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is administering a grant to link the Boston Birth Cohort and Pregnancy data to the Early Life Longitudinal Data System and community-level health databases, as part of the Autism Longitudinal Data Project
HRSA Announces Supplemental Award to Morgan State University for Maternal Health Research Collaborative
HRSA is awarding Morgan State University a supplemental grant to continue its work as the coordinating center for the Maternal Health Research Collaborative for Minority-Serving Institutions, a program aimed at improving maternal health outcomes in underserved communities.
Center for Scientific Review Notice of Closed Meeting
The Center for Scientific Review has announced a closed meeting, following a request from a committee to discuss a proposal related to a recent schedule change, which will be held on an unspecified date.
Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities; Updates to the Quality Reporting Program for Federal Fiscal Year 2027; Correction
The document corrects technical errors in the July 31, 2026 Federal Register publication titled Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities, which outlines updates to the Quality Reporting Program for the 2027 federal fiscal year.
FDA Determines ISTURISA Tablets Were Not Withdrawn Due to Safety or Efficacy Concerns
The Food and Drug Administration has made a determination that ISTURISA tablets, 10 milligrams, were not withdrawn from sale due to concerns over safety or effectiveness, contrary to a previous notice
Current List of HHS-Certified Laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities Which Meet Minimum Standards To Engage in Urine and Oral Fluid Drug Testing for Federal Agencies
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published a list of laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities (IITFs) that meet the standards set by the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Agencies to conduct urine and oral fluid drug testing
Health Department Recharts Council on Graduate Medical Education
The Department of Health and Human Services is reorganizing the Council on Graduate Medical Education, as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act, following a recharting process.
Medicare Program; FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements; Correction
The document corrects technical errors in the final rule published in the Federal Register on August 3, 2026, which pertained to the Medicare hospice wage index, payment rates, and quality reporting requirements for the upcoming fiscal year 2027.
FDA Classifies Flushing and Storage Solution for Vascular Autografts at Room Temperature
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the flushing and storage solution for vascular autografts at room temperature into Class II, requiring special controls to ensure its safe use.
FAA Proposes to Update Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A330-200 Series Airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus A330-200 series and A330-300 series airplanes, which would require inspections and repairs to prevent engine failure
Agency to Submit Information Collection Request for Review and Approval by Office of Management and Budget
The agency is submitting an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, to establish consolidated labeling requirements and procedures for selecting lines to be covered by the Theft Prevention Standard.
Agency to Submit Information Collection Request for Motor Vehicle Labeling Requirements to Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval
The agency is submitting a request for comment on proposed labeling requirements for motor vehicles, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and will submit the information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval
NHTSA Recalibrates Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Program for Model Years 2022 to 2031 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks
The U.S. Department of Transportation is revising the CAFE program to align with federal regulations and eliminate outdated rules, effective for model years 2022 to 2031, impacting passenger cars and light trucks
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Bell Textron Canada Limited Helicopters
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bell Textron Canada Limited Model 505 helicopters, following a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness requirements are necessary
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters EC135 and EC635 Models
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) helicopter models, including the EC135 and EC635, to address safety concerns and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Vulcanair S.p.A. Planes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Vulcanair S.p.A. Model P.68 and P.68B airplanes, following a report of fuel starvation that led to an uncommanded engine failure.
FAA Hosts Industry Engagement Event for Aviation Spectrum Interference Detection Solution
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is hosting an Industry Engagement Event on October 13-15, 2026, to discuss a Spectrum Interference Detection Solution, and will utilize vendor responses during event registration to inform the development of this solution.
FAA Proposes to Update Airworthiness Directive for Airbus Helicopters Model AS355E and AS355F Helicopters
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS355E and AS355F helicopters, requiring revisions to the existing directive to address safety concerns
FMCSA Denies FOPT's ELD Exemption Application
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has rejected the Federation of Professional Truckers' (FOPT) request for an exemption from the electronic logging device (ELD) regulations, which mandate the use of ELDs for commercial trucking operations in the United States.
FMCSA Denies Agri-Tech Aviation's Request for Exemption to Allow CLP Holders to Use CDL Skills
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has denied Agri-Tech Aviation's application for an exemption, which would have allowed commercial learner's permit (CLP) holders who have passed the commercial driver's license (CDL) skills test to operate a commercial vehicle without a full CDL.
FMCSA Provisionally Renews Exemptions for Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has provisionally renewed and consolidated two exemptions for Cleveland-Cliffs Steel LLC, formerly known as ArcelorMittal Indiana Harbor, LLC, allowing the company to operate without certain hours-of-service restrictions
NHTSA Seeks Public Comment on Renewal of Information Collection Activities
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comment on its intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to renew a currently approved information collection activity with changes
USDA Announces Revised Fee Structure for Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program
The Rural Housing Service, a US Department of Agriculture agency, is updating the fee structure for the Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program, which provides guaranteed loans to rural housing developers.
National Register of Historic Places; Notification of Pending Nominations and Related Actions
The National Park Service is seeking public input on the historical significance of properties nominated before September 12, 2026, for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments can be submitted electronically.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Announces Proposal for Interjurisdictional Invasive Species Rapid Response Team Program
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new program to combat invasive species, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, following a Federal Register notice published on January 30, 2026
Indianapolis Museum of Art to Repatriate Cultural Items Under NAGPRA
The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields plans to return cultural items to their Native American communities, as required by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)
Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Museums Completes Inventory of Native American Remains at Garvies Point Museum and Preserve
The Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Museums has completed the inventory of Native American remains at the Garvies Point Museum and Preserve in Glen Cove, NY, in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).