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New Survey Reveals Trends in Credit Card Lending for Q2 2026
A recent survey by Visa has released its findings on credit card lending for the second quarter of 2026, providing insights into the current state of the industry.
U.S. International Trade Commission Solicits Comments on DRAM Device Complaint
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about Certain Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) Devices and is seeking public comments on any issues related to the complaint or the filing.
National Institute of Justice to Submit Information Collection Request for Juvenile Facility Census Program
The National Institute of Justice, part of the Department of Justice, is seeking OMB approval for a revision of its Juvenile Facility Census Program, which collects data on juvenile facilities, and is requesting public comments on the proposed changes.
DOJ Submits Information Collection Request for T Visa Holders
The Criminal Division of the Department of Justice is seeking OMB approval for a new information collection, Title-Requests for DOJ Certification Letters for T Visa Holders, as part of its ongoing efforts to streamline processes and comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
NIH National Institute on Drug Abuse Requests Public Comment on Data Collection for NIDA Data Share Site
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is seeking public comment on its proposed data collection project for the NIDA Data Share site, which includes a 60-day review period and a data use certification requirement.
CDC Extends Suspension of Travel Ban for Countries with Quarantinable Communicable Diseases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an order continuing the suspension of travel from countries with quarantinable communicable diseases, set to expire on September 11, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. EDT.
FDA Announces Final Guidance for Type VII Veterinary Master Files
The FDA has released a final guidance document outlining its approach to Type VII Veterinary Master Files, which are used for research and development of certain animal products and therapies.
FDA Requests Public Comment on Proposed Collection of Information for Imports Program
The Food and Drug Administration is seeking public input on its proposed collection of information related to imports, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and invites comments within 60 days.
FDA Determines Regulatory Review Period for BIZENGRI Patent Extension
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially confirmed the regulatory review period for BIZENGRI, a human biological product, in accordance with federal regulations, following a submission to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
FDA Requests Public Comment on Proposed Collection of Information for Reportable Food Disclosure
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public input on proposed changes to its recordkeeping requirements for reportable food, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and will accept comments for 60 days.
FDA Requests Public Comment on Proposed IND Application Requirements
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requesting public comment on a proposed collection of information related to Investigational New Drug (IND) applications, which must be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
FDA Publishes List of Approved Information Collections Under Paperwork Reduction Act
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a list of information collections that have been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, as mandated by the US government.
FDA Reclassifies Hematology and Pathology Devices for Oncology Therapeutic Products
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reclassifying certain in situ hybridization test systems used with approved cancer treatments into Class II devices, requiring premarket notification, and establishing new safety and effectiveness guidelines.
FDA Proposes Reclassification of Gastroenterology-Urology Devices for Bladder Cancer Detection
The FDA is proposing to reclassify diagnostic endoscopic light source systems, currently classified as Class III devices, into Class II devices with special controls, aimed at improving the safety and effectiveness of these devices for detecting bladder cancer.
FDA Proposes Classification of Medical Devices Accessories
The FDA is seeking public comment on a proposed list of medical devices accessories that can be classified as Class I, which are deemed sufficient for safety and effectiveness under general controls, as required by the FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017.
CDC Awards $30 Million Cooperative Agreement to Ethiopia's Ministry of Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded approximately $30 million to the Ministry of Health of Ethiopia for Federal Fiscal Year 2026, with funding for years 2-5 contingent on availability, to support the development and management of national HIV and TB programs in the country.
CDC Awards $30 Million to Zambia's University Teaching Hospital for HIV and TB Services
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has awarded approximately $30 million to Zambia's University Teaching Hospital (UTH) for Federal Fiscal Year 2026 funding, with the goal of improving HIV and TB clinical and laboratory services at referral hospitals and provincial-level facilities.
CDC Awards $15 Million to Ukraine's Public Health Center for HIV and TB Control
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded approximately $15 million to the Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine for Federal Fiscal Year 2026 funding, with the goal of advancing HIV and TB epidemic control in the country through enhanced integrated service delivery, improved antiretroviral therapy, and strengthened laboratory capabilities.
ACF Withdraws Cooperative Agreement Announcement with Burke Law Group
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has withdrawn the announcement to award a single-source cooperative agreement to Burke Law Group, PLLC in Houston, Texas, published in the Federal Register on August 6, 2026.
National Institutes of Health Publishes 30-Day Comment Request for Specimen Resource Locator
The National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute, is seeking public comment on a proposed data collection project, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, before submitting it to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval.
Agency Seeks 3-Year Generic Clearance for TEFCA Feedback Collection
The Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT is requesting a three-year generic clearance to collect routine customer feedback on agency service delivery and program performance related to the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA)
FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Rolls-Royce Engines
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) Model Trent XWB-75, XWB-79, XWB-79B, and XWB-84 engines due to reports of lower-than-expected differential oil pressure measurements on in-service engines, which could pose an unsafe condition.
FHWA, USFWS, and NMFS Announce Final Actions on Ala Wai Bridge Project in Hawaii
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) have taken final actions on the proposed Ala Wai Bridge Project, granting necessary licenses, permits, and approvals for the project to proceed.
NHTSA Requests Public Comment on Proposed Changes to New Car Assessment Program (NCAP)
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public input on a proposal to remove two legacy test procedures from its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), while also updating the program's 10-year roadmap to modernize it and prioritize crash scenarios with the greatest potential for injury reduction.
FHWA Announces Final Actions on Interstate I-24 Highway Project in Tennessee
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has taken final actions on a proposed highway project in Tennessee, granting licenses and permits for the 26-mile Interstate I-24 corridor from Nashville to Murfreesboro, and providing details on the selected alternative in its Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) report.
NHTSA Denies Motor Vehicle Defect Petition Regarding Wheel Fastening Practices
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation has denied a petition submitted by Mr. Bhupinder Dhadda, requesting a safety defect investigation into wheel fastening practices on heavy-duty vehicles and vehicles utilizing 10-285.75 mm bolt circle wheels, due to a lack of evidence warranting such an investigation.
FAA Proposes Establishment of Class E Airspace at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Heliport in DeKalb, IL
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to create a new air traffic control area at the Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Heliport in DeKalb, Illinois, to facilitate new instrument procedures and IFR operations.
FAA Proposes Revocation of Class E Airspace at Diamond O Ranch Airport in Santa Elena, TX
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to revoke the Class E airspace at Diamond O Ranch Airport in Santa Elena, Texas, due to the cancellation of instrument procedures and the decommissioning of the Santa Elena radio beacon.
Walnuts Grown in California; Changes to Administrative Requirements
The California Walnut Board recommended changes to the administrative requirements for walnuts grown in California, resulting in a new final rule that sets a payment schedule, establishes late payment charges, and modifies reporting requirements for walnut acquisitions.
USDA Extends Comment Period for Proposed Rule on SNAP Cost Sharing
The USDA Food and Nutrition Administration is extending the public comment period on a proposed rule related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) until September 8, 2026, to allow more time for public review
Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC and Venture Global CP Express, LLC Request Public Comments on Proposed CP2 LNG Expansion Project Environmental Issues
The companies are seeking public input on environmental concerns related to the proposed expansion of their CP2 LNG project, with public scoping sessions scheduled to take place
US Government Publishes Notice on Import of Culturally Significant Objects for Conservation and Exhibition
The US government has announced that certain culturally significant objects, including a sculpture titled 'Satyr and Hermaphrodite,' will be imported for conservation, scientific research, and exhibition at the J. Paul Getty Museum in California, with the goal of promoting cultural understanding and national interest.
U.S. Department of State Delegates Authority to Assistant Secretary for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs to Oversee Sanctions Designation Reconsideration Process
The U.S. Department of State has granted the Assistant Secretary for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs the authority to review and deny requests for reconsideration of sanctions designations.
NOAA to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Seabed Mining License
NOAA is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement to evaluate the environmental impacts of issuing an exploration license to The Metals Company USA, LLC for seabed mining activities in the
USPTO Seeks Input on Community Outreach Office Locations in Southwest States
The USPTO is seeking public input on potential locations for community outreach offices in the Southwest Region, which includes Arizona, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri, to enhance outreach and engagement with local communities.
Coilcraft, Inc. Proposes Production of Ferrous Iron Pre-Fabrication Material in Foreign-Trade Zone 176
Coilcraft, Inc. has submitted a notification to the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone Board to initiate production of ferrous iron pre-fabrication material in Foreign-Trade Zone 176, located in Princeton, Illinois.
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Final Results of Antidumping Duty Review on Aluminum Extrusions from China
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that 18 companies under review for antidumping duties on aluminum extrusions from China are not eligible for a separate rate, making them part of the China-wide entity, effective May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to Conduct Environmental Analysis for Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) plans to prepare an environmental analysis to assess potential modifications to the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Plan, aiming to reduce the mortality and serious injury of North Atlantic right whales and other large whales in commercial fisheries along the U.S. East Coast.
NMFS Issues Renewal for Marine Mammal Harassment Authorization for Ferndale Pier Maintenance
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a renewal incidental harassment authorization to Petrogas Pacific, LLC for marine mammal harassment incidental to pier maintenance activities in Ferndale, Washington, in accordance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
TTB Establishes Columbia Hills Viticultural Area in Washington
The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has designated a 29,387-acre viticultural area in Klickitat County, Washington, as the Columbia Hills AVA, allowing vintners to describe the origin of their wines and consumers to identify them more easily.
IRS Invites Comments on Taxpayer Experience Office Speaker Request
The Internal Revenue Service is seeking public input on a proposed speaker request for its Taxpayer Experience Office, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Annual Financial Statement of Surety Companies-Schedule F
The US Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on its Annual Financial Statement of Surety Companies-Schedule F, as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Authorization Agreement for Preauthorized Payment
The US Department of the Treasury is seeking public comments on the Standard Form 5510, a preauthorized payment agreement, as part of its effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
IRS Proposes Changes to Reporting Requirements for Certain Trusts
The IRS has proposed regulations that would exempt certain trusts from reporting charitable contributions made by passthrough entities, and clarify the filing requirements for split-interest trusts.
First Person: Syrians lead efforts to clear rubble and rebuild lives
Communities in Syria are clearing rubble and rebuilding neighbourhoods and livelihoods torn down in the more than a decade of conflict and crisis in the country.
Earthquake in Indonesia
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia on August 14, 2026, with a depth of 10km.
The Role of Power in Madagascar's Economic Growth
Mini-grids, grid repairs, and solar investments are driving economic growth in Madagascar by powering households and businesses, fueled by the country's increasing access to electricity.
Strengthening South Africa’s Digital Skills Pipeline to Deliver More and Better Jobs
A new World Bank report examines South Africa's digital skills gap and identifies steps to bridge the gap between training and better job opportunities.
World Bank Group Responds to Colombia Earthquake
The World Bank Group is providing a comprehensive response to the devastating earthquake that hit Colombia on August 10, collaborating with the Colombian government and international development partners to address immediate needs and long-term recovery efforts.