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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has received two consecutive incidental harassment authorizations from the National Marine Fisheries Service to take marine mammals during the first two years of the Bonneville Lock 1 Bridge Replacement Project on the Columbia River in Oregon.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an interim final rule to update the management plan for the Northeast Multispecies Fishery, including new catch limits for yellowtail flounder and revised measures for Atlantic cod and haddock, in response to updated scientific information and to achieve the goals of the plan.
The New England Fishery Management Council is hosting a public webinar to discuss actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone, with recommendations to be presented to the full Council for formal consideration and action.
The US government has announced a reduction in tariffs on patented pharmaceuticals and ingredients from the UK, effective immediately, as part of a broader effort to adjust imports of pharmaceuticals and ingredients into the US, as outlined in Presidential Proclamation 11020.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that companies in the Republic of Korea received subsidies for large diameter welded pipe, and is seeking public comment on the results. The review period was from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Avant Technology, Inc. has been authorized to produce solid-state drives and memory modules in Foreign-Trade Zone 12, located in Pharr, Texas, following a production activity authorization request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the burden related to withholding and information reporting for transfers of partnership interests, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action, removing one individual from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) and designating one or more individuals for sanctions, effective immediately.
The Federal Trade Commission has published a petition for rulemaking by Matheus Garcia Pereira online at https://www.regulations.gov, and is now accepting written comments on the matter.
The Federal Reserve Board is seeking public comment on a proposed rulemaking aimed at updating the regulatory framework for mutual holding companies, with the goal of reducing burdens and promoting efficiency in the industry.
The Federal Reserve is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to Regulation O, which governs loans to executive officers, directors, and principal shareholders of member banks and their affiliates, with the aim of increasing transparency, reducing regulatory burden, and modernizing the regulation.
Carine Clert has been appointed to lead the World Bank Group's efforts in Bolivia, focusing on supporting the country's public and private sectors.
Christian González Amador has taken on the role of World Bank Group Country Manager for Ecuador, leading a more integrated approach to mobilize financing, knowledge, and private investment to support economic growth, joining the World Bank Group to drive development in the country. González Amador will oversee the implementation of the World Bank Group's strategy to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in Ecuador.
Interest rate for sixth interest payment of Silver Bond Series due 2026
The World Bank Group's Boards of Executive Directors have launched the recruitment process for a Director General to lead the newly established Independent Accountability Mechanism (IAM).
The Philippines has reached upper-middle-income country status, and to sustain this achievement, the government is seeking bolder reforms to address current challenges and drive more inclusive economic growth and job creation.
The World Bank Group has chosen Dr. Sri Mulyani Indrawati, an Indonesian economist, to lead the replenishment process of the International Development Association's twenty-second replenishment cycle
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has ordered UBS Financial Services Inc. to pay $8 million for supervision failures that affected its anti-money laundering (AML) transaction monitoring systems. The CFTC found that UBS failed to properly supervise its AML systems, leading to a significant risk of money laundering and other financial crimes.
The Bank of England has appointed Nicholas Segal as Chair and Peter King as Deputy Chair of its Enforcement Decision Making Committee, effective from 1 January 2024
Experts are drawing valuable insights from Qiandao Lake, a Chinese lake that has successfully implemented nature-based solutions, smart technology, and innovative approaches to address environmental challenges, and are applying these lessons globally to promote sustainable development
HKEX launches five-year Chinese government bond futures
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment for the potential reauthorization of power operations at the Duane Arnold Energy Center, with NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC requesting exemptions and license amendments.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission will host a meeting of the Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes to discuss proposed revisions to Regulatory Guide 8.39, which governs the release of patients administered radioactive material.
The FCC seeks comment on a proposal to ban the importation and marketing of certain military-grade foreign-made UAS and critical components that pose a risk to national security and US safety.
Petitions for Reconsideration have been filed by Chris Webber on behalf of CRW Consulting LLC and Kristen Corra on behalf of Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition in a rulemaking proceeding.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to auction 3,248 new flexible-use licenses in the 3.98-4.14 GHz band on April 27, 2027, seeking public comment on competitive bidding procedures.
The Federal Communications Commission will consider two Notices of Proposed Rulemaking: one to explore new avenues for unlicensed wireless devices to communicate with satellites and another to strengthen the management and administration of the Universal Service Fund.
The US Commission has initiated reviews to determine if revoking antidumping and countervailing duties on Chinese seamless carbon and alloy steel pipe would harm US industry.
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to expand the listing of 3,4-MDP-2-P methyl glycidic acid, also known as PMK glycidic acid, to include its esters, under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
The Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, is seeking OMB approval for a previously approved collection with no changes, as part of its efforts to combat procurement collusion through the Procurement Collusion Strike Force.
HRSA is requesting public comment on its Information Collection Request (ICR) for the National Health Service Corps Scholar/Students to Service Travel Worksheet, with OMB review and approval required under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made available a revised draft guidance for industry, outlining recommendations for assessing the skin irritation potential of transdermal and topical delivery systems in support of abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs)
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made a final guidance document available for industry, outlining recommendations for evaluating the adhesion performance of transdermal and topical delivery systems in studies submitted in support of an abbreviated new drug application (ANDA). This guidance replaces a previous draft issued in April 2023.
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences has issued a notice regarding a partially closed meeting, which will be held to discuss ongoing research and projects.
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) has announced a notice regarding a partially closed meeting. The details of the meeting are not disclosed due to the closed nature of the discussion.
The National Institute of Nursing Research issued a notice regarding a partially closed meeting, which will be held on an undisclosed date. The meeting is related to ongoing research and will be closed to the public.
The FDA has released a draft guidance to help applicants develop container closure systems and device constituent parts for proposed biosimilar and interchangeable biosimilar products, building on previous recommendations and expectations.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is launching a pilot program to use rebates instead of upfront discounts to set the ceiling price for certain drugs sold to covered entities, building on successful rebate programs.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has permanently barred Angela Anatilde Baquero from working with pharmaceutical companies due to her felony conviction, following her failure to respond to a notice and request a hearing within the required timeframe.
The Food and Drug Administration has permanently barred Ricardo Andres Acuna from providing services related to approved or pending drug product applications due to his felony conviction under federal law, following his failure to respond to a proposed debarment notice within the required timeframe.
The Medicare Program has released updates to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal fiscal year 2027, including changes to the wage index and requirements for therapy treatments and initial Interdisciplinary Team meetings, as well as updates to the IRF Quality Reporting Program and the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies Competitive Bidding Program.
The Food and Drug Administration is extending the public comment period for a proposed rule aimed at updating terminology in the Code of Federal Regulations to align with a recent executive order, with the goal of improving readability and allowing more time for public input.
The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences will hold a meeting, and details of the schedule and attendees are available on the official website.
The US Department of Health and Human Services has finalized a rule to eliminate redundant sections from the Family Violence Prevention and Services Program regulations, aiming to make the rules more user-friendly and accessible to the public.
The National Institute of Mental Health has issued a notice regarding a closed meeting, which is not open to the public or media.
The final rule updates the hospice wage index, payment rates, and aggregate cap amount for fiscal year 2027, while also addressing comments on community-based palliative care and hospice quality reporting program requirements.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is providing notice of upcoming meetings, which will be held to discuss various topics related to infectious diseases and immunology.
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) has scheduled a meeting to discuss recent advancements in vaccine development and COVID-19 research. The meeting will take place on March 15, 2023, at the National Institutes of Health campus in Bethesda, Maryland.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released an updated version of its Transition Plan to Unleaded Aviation Gasoline, incorporating public comments received during a 60-day review period that began on January 12, 2026.
The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation is adopting the Tennessee Valley Authority's categorical exclusion for construction projects, allowing for streamlined environmental review.