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8/17/2026

New Motor Vehicle Sales, June 2026

In June 2026, 190,167 new motor vehicles were sold in Canada, representing a 7.3% increase from the same month in the previous year, and a 9.1% increase in dollar terms compared to the same period last year.

8/17/2026

Consumer Price Index, July 2026

The Consumer Price Index rose 3.0% year over year in July, with a 0.3% increase on a seasonally adjusted monthly basis.

8/17/2026

BSMI Ensures Rigorous Safety of Portable Rechargeable Electrical Appliances

Following reports of recalls in the US involving rechargeable hand warmers due to lithium battery overheating, the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) posted relevant safety guidelines for portable rechargeable electrical appliances on August 6. The guidelines aim to ensure rigorous safety standards for these devices.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.

8/17/2026

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.