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The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on a proposed extension of its authority to collect information from states and federal agencies regarding workers' compensation data, aimed at reducing paperwork burden and aligning with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Department of Labor has made changes to the Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance Program, a program aimed at encouraging employers to voluntarily correct past filing errors, in an effort to improve compliance and reduce delinquencies.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a public assistance declaration for the state of Kansas following severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding on December 19, 2025.
Residential mortgage survey results for November 2025
Monetary statistics for November 2025
Designation of authorised institutions of systemic importance for the domestic sector
Press release: Nigeria's economic activity strengthens in December as PMI reaches 57.6 points
Nigeria records overall balance of payments surplus in Q3 2025
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering approval of three amendment requests for nuclear facilities, including Braidwood Station, Byron Station, Catawba Nuclear Station, McGuire Nuclear Station, and Limerick Generating Station, with proposed no significant hazards consideration (NSHC) determinations.
Toyota Motor North America has been granted a petition by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to determine that certain model year 2023 Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X vehicles do not fully comply with a federal safety standard, but the noncompliance is deemed inconsequential to motor vehicle safety.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has been granted a decision by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that certain Goodyear Convenience Spare tires are inconsequential to motor vehicle safety, following a petition filed in June 2021.
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp. has been granted a decision by the NHTSA that a noncompliance with a federal safety standard for certain model year 2018 motorcycles is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has been granted a petition by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that certain model year 2019-2020 Audi vehicles do not fully comply with a federal safety standard, but the noncompliance is deemed inconsequential to motor vehicle safety.
The European Chemicals Agency has made determinations regarding the importation of hexamine from Germany, India, and Saudi Arabia.
The US Commission is conducting an expedited review of the antidumping duty order on tow-behind lawn groomers from China to determine if revoking the order would harm US interests.
The US Commission has scheduled the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations into steel concrete reinforcing bar imports from Algeria, with preliminary determinations from Commerce indicating the imports are sold at less-than-fair-value, while investigations for Bulgaria, Egypt, and Vietnam are pending.
The US Commission is conducting expedited reviews to determine if revoking countervailing duties on Brazilian wire rod and antidumping duties on wire rod from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago would harm US wire rod producers.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided not to review three initial determinations terminating investigations into Chinese companies Shanghai Sakura Plastic Products Co., Ltd., Shandong Jinshan Jieyuan Container Co., Ltd., and Zibo Jielin Plastic Pipe Manufacture Co. Ltd. due to consent orders and settlement agreements.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has revised the schedule for the subject proceeding related to chromium trioxide imports from India and Turkey, according to the WTO website (https://www.wto.org). The revised schedule aims to address trade concerns and ensure fair competition in the global market.
The U.S. Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Justice (DOJ) have confirmed that a key rule regarding public health risks and asylum eligibility will take effect on December 31, 2025, despite recent regulatory changes. The rule, which was initially finalized in December 2020, has undergone multiple delays and amendments, but the Departments are now partially withdrawing certain provisions.
The US Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service is soliciting nominations for individuals to join the Grain Inspection Advisory Committee, which advises on grain standards and services under the US Grain Standards Act, to help meet customer needs in a rapidly evolving market.
The U.S. Department of State has finalized a rule to simplify defense trade and cooperation among the U.S., Australia, and the UK, in line with President Biden's Executive Order 14268, issued on April 9, 2025, to enhance the speed and accountability of foreign defense sales.
The Pacific Fishery Management Council is inviting the public to an online meeting with Area 2A Pacific halibut governmental management entities, which will be held to discuss management of the fishery
The Gulf Fishery Management Council will host two webinars to gather public input on proposed changes to Gulf Red Grouper management rules, as part of the Reef Fish Amendment 62. The council is seeking comments from the public on these modifications.
The agency is submitting its information collection activities to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, and is seeking public comment on potential license exceptions and other authorizations.
The agency is requesting public comment on its submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval of its information collection activities, including a generic clearance for questionnaire pretesting research.
The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on its Alaska License Limitation Program for Groundfish, Crab, and Scallops, as part of its efforts to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and minimize reporting burdens on the public.
The Pacific Fishery Management Council is starting its annual preseason process for ocean salmon fisheries in 2026, and will host public meetings and hearings to discuss proposed management measures, with agendas to be published in the Federal Register before the meetings.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has released standard ex-vessel prices for groundfish and halibut, which will be used to calculate the observer fee under the North Pacific Observer Program. The prices will be applied to landings made in 2026, with invoices sent to processors and registered buyers by January 15, 2027, and fees due to NMFS by February 15, 2027.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announced that New Jersey will transfer a portion of its 2025 commercial bluefish quota to North Carolina to comply with the Atlantic Bluefish Fishery Management Plan quota transfer provisions, affecting the revised 2025 commercial bluefish quotas for both states.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has announced that North Carolina will transfer a portion of its 2025 summer flounder quota to New Jersey, in compliance with the Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan quota transfer provisions.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is reallocating unused Pacific cod total allowable catch (TAC) from jig gear vessels to smaller catcher vessels using hook-and-line or pot gear in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands (BSAI) management area to meet the 2026 TAC allowance for the A season.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is implementing an accountability measure to reduce king mackerel catch limits in the Gulf of America due to excessive landings in the 2024-2025 fishing year.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is proposing to update its guidelines for large insured banks and associations, increasing the asset threshold for applying these heightened standards from $50 billion to $700 billion, and making other technical adjustments.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is proposing a preemption determination, stating that federal law supersedes state laws that restrict OCC-regulated banks' ability to decide on interest payments and fees for real estate escrow accounts. This decision aims to provide clarity for banks and other stakeholders.
The OCC is proposing a rule to formalize banks' authority to create or maintain escrow accounts for real estate lending, allowing them to make business decisions on account terms, including compensation and fees, without overly restrictive guidelines.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is adopting a final rule amending business conduct and documentation requirements for swap dealers and major swap participants, providing exceptions for cleared swaps and making other changes.
Retail banks fully launch Money Safe
Entergy Operations, Inc. files application with NRC to renew Grand Gulf Site ESP for 20 years, beyond its current license expiration date of April 5, 2027.
The U.S. Trade Representative has taken action against Nicaragua, following an investigation, to address concerns over labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law, as mandated by the Trade Act of 1974.
The U.S. Trade Representative has determined that China's acts, policies, and practices targeting the semiconductor industry are actionable under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, leading to the imposition of tariffs on Chinese semiconductors, starting at 0% and increasing to at least 30% in 18 months.
Align Technology, Inc. has filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission alleging violations of U.S. patents related to clear aligners, seeking a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about Certain Processed Slabs and Methods for Making Same and is now soliciting public comments on any issues raised by the complaint or the filing.
The FDA is hosting a roundtable discussion with small tobacco product manufacturers to gather input on premarket tobacco product application submissions for electronic nicotine delivery systems products, with the goal of improving the premarket application process.
The FDA is setting user fee rates for over-the-counter monograph drugs and order requests from 2026 to 2030, with rates for fiscal year 2026 to be announced separately.
The FDA has determined the regulatory review period for ROMVIMZA, a human drug product, following a patent extension application submitted to the USPTO.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined the regulatory review period for ALHEMO, a human biological product, in response to a patent extension application submitted to the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined the regulatory review period for ADZYNMA, a human biological product, in response to patent extension applications submitted to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a notice determining the regulatory review period for the patent extension of LEQEMBI, a human biological product, following a submission to the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
The FDA has published a notice determining the regulatory review period for OJEMDA, a human drug product, in response to a patent extension application submitted to the USPTO.