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Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 Funding Opportunity $5K-$35K

The U.S. Embassy Zagreb announces the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), offering $5,000 to $35,000 for projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. Applications must include at least two exchange alumni with one designated team lead, and must align with Freedom 250 policy goals including U.S. values, democratic principles, and global leadership themes. Proposals close May 11, 2026.

FY24 Northeastern Pennsylvania Passenger Rail Restoration Grant, $1.6M, Jun 1

The DOT Federal Railroad Administration has posted a grant opportunity under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program (Assistance Listing 20.337) offering $1,596,279 to support restoration of Amtrak passenger rail service to northeastern Pennsylvania. The sole eligible applicant is the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority. Applications close June 1, 2026.

Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council Re-establishment and Nomination Notice

The U.S. Department of the Interior is re-establishing the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council for a 2-year charter period. The Council, which replaces the former Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Council, will provide recommendations to the Federal Government regarding wildlife and habitat conservation, hunting and shooting sports opportunities, and public access to hunting on Federal lands. Nominations for 18 primary representative member positions and up to 18 alternate representative member positions are now open.

Leading Pharma LLC Controlled Substances Importer Application Notice

The DEA published notice that Leading Pharma LLC, located in Fairfield, New Jersey, applied on March 25, 2026 to be registered as an importer of Diphenoxylate (Drug Code 9170, Schedule II). The company plans to import the controlled substance as an active pharmaceutical ingredient for research and development toward manufacturing a finished dosage product for FDA approval. Registered bulk manufacturers and applicants may submit comments or objections on or before May 21, 2026.

DoD Proposes CAAF Rules Changes, Ends May 21st

The Department of Defense published a notice of proposed changes to the Rules of Practice and Procedure of the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. The proposal would remove Rule 8(f) concerning party designations when multiple petitions are filed, and amend Rule 24(e)(4) to reduce the time for service of joint appendix designations from 14 days to 7 days. Comments on the proposed changes must be received by May 21, 2026.

Environmental Assessment and FONSI for Constellation Energy Nuclear Decommissioning Trust Exemptions

The NRC has issued an Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) regarding Constellation Energy Generation LLC's exemption requests for nuclear decommissioning trust funds at Braidwood, Byron, and LaSalle stations in Illinois. The exemptions would allow the transfer of certain NDT earnings to subaccounts for broader decommissioning activities including spent fuel management and site restoration, while maintaining required principal for radiological decommissioning.

NRC Form 313 Materials License Application Renewal - Comment Request

The NRC invites public comment on the renewal of OMB approval for an existing information collection covering NRC Form 313 (Application for Materials License) and the NRC Forms 313A series for Radiation Safety Officers, Authorized Medical Physicists, Authorized Nuclear Pharmacists, and Authorized Users. The collection applies to all applicants requesting a license, amendment, or renewal for byproduct or source material. The estimated annual burden for NRC respondents is 4,208 hours.

SEC Extends Review Period for Nasdaq IM-5101-4 Listing Rule

The SEC has extended its review period for SR-NASDAQ-2026-009, a proposed rule change to adopt Nasdaq IM-5101-4, which would grant Nasdaq authority to delist securities where the Commission has previously suspended trading. The SEC originally had until April 20, 2026, to act but has extended that deadline to June 4, 2026, to allow sufficient time to consider the proposed rule change and the issues raised.

UI Urbana-Champaign Construction Permit Application Notice

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is providing public notice of receipt and availability of a construction permit application from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for a single-unit research reactor designated the U. of I. KRONOS™ Micro Modular Reactor. The application, filed March 27, 2026 pursuant to Section 104c. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 and 10 CFR Part 50, proposes a high-temperature gas-cooled design utilizing solid tri-structural isotropic fuel to be located on the UI campus in Champaign, Illinois. The NRC staff is currently conducting its acceptance review; if accepted for docketing, subsequent Federal Register notices will address public participation provisions.

Extended Evaluation, National Tobacco Prevention Campaign, Deadline June 22

CDC published a final notice on Regulations.gov announcing an extended evaluation of the National Tobacco Prevention Campaign. The notice sets a submission deadline of June 22 for evaluation responses. The document is filed as CDC-2026-0628-0001 and invites participation from relevant public health stakeholders.

License Amendment Requests – Catawba, McGuire, Salem, Callaway Nuclear Stations – No Significant Hazards Consideration Determination

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission received and is considering three amendment requests for license modifications at Catawba Nuclear Station (Units 1 and 2), McGuire Nuclear Station (Units 1 and 2), Salem Nuclear Generating Station (Unit Nos. 1 and 2), and Callaway Plant (Unit No. 1). For each request, the NRC proposes to determine that the amendment involves no significant hazards consideration (NSHC) under 10 CFR 50.92. The notice invites public comment and requests for hearings within specified deadlines.

FERC Withdraws Notice, Terminates Rate Recovery Proceeding, Denies Petition

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission withdraws a Notice of Inquiry from December 23, 2021 (86 FR 72958) and terminates proceeding Docket No. RM22-5-000, effective April 16, 2026. The inquiry had examined rate recovery, reporting, and accounting treatment of industry association dues and certain civic, political, and related expenses under the Uniform System of Accounts. The Commission also denies a petition for rulemaking filed by the Center for Biological Diversity in Docket No. RM21-15-000 that sought to require utilities to record all industry association dues in Account 426.4 (Expenditures For Certain Civic, Political and Related Activities). FERC states it will continue to evaluate these matters on a case-by-case basis.

Nasdaq PHLX Proposes Adding TXSE to Data Feeds Table

Nasdaq PHLX LLC filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend Equity 4, Rule 3304, which governs the Exchange's data feeds table for handling, routing, and executing orders and related regulatory compliance. The change adds the Texas Stock Exchange as a new market center with a direct feed as primary quotation data source and CQS/UQDF as secondary source, and updates the names of two recently-renamed exchanges (Nasdaq Texas and NYSE Texas). The SEC published this notice to solicit public comments on the proposed rule change.

Duke Energy Catawba Spent Fuel Storage Environmental Assessment

The NRC has issued an Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for an exemption request from Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (Duke) regarding spent fuel storage conditions at Catawba Nuclear Station (CNS) in South Carolina. The exemption request concerns one already loaded and nine planned transportable storage canisters (TSCs) in the MAGNASTOR® storage system, which deviate from the terms of Certificate of Compliance No. 1031, Amendment No. 15 due to a fabrication deficiency in neutron absorber panels identified by NAC International. The EA and FONSI are available as of April 21, 2026.

FY 2026 English Language Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Program

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) announces an open competition under the FY 2026 English Language Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Program (ELFSVEP). ECA plans to issue one cooperative agreement for approximately 385 participants at $14,000,000, pending availability of funds. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and public or private institutions of higher education.

2026 Atlantic Sea Scallop Research Set Aside Program Grant Solicitation

NMFS, in coordination with the New England Fishery Management Council, solicits proposals under the 2026 Scallop RSA Program. No federal funds are provided — successful applicants are awarded scallop RSA quota, and proceeds from quota sales fund approved research activities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, individuals, and state/local/tribal governments. Applications close April 24, 2026.

FY25-26 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Grant Program

The Federal Railroad Administration has posted a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the FY25-26 Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, offering up to $2.04 billion in discretionary grants to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, Amtrak, Class II and III railroads, tribal governments, universities, and nonprofits. Applications close June 22, 2026.

NRM Education and Training Grant, Eugene, OR, $50k-$260k

The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Portland District has posted a discretionary cooperative agreement opportunity for natural resource management education and training. Eligible applicants include county, city, township, and state governments, independent school districts, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits. The award range is $50,000 to $260,000, with an expected award of $250,000, for land stewardship and prairie habitat restoration services at Fern Ridge Lake in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, serving students from Kalapuya High School. Applications close May 20, 2026.

Lewis Houghton Civics and Democracy Initiative Continuing Awards - Up to $100,000

The Library of Congress has posted a funding opportunity (030ADV26R0020) under the Lewis Houghton Civics and Democracy Initiative for continuing awards of up to $100,000. The opportunity is limited to current LHI partner organizations that have previously received direct awards from the Library. Applications close May 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. No cost sharing or matching is required.

ROK Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 ($5k-$35k Awards)

The U.S. Mission to South Korea announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026), a $70,000 discretionary grant program supporting alumni-led projects that celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. founding (Freedom 250) and strengthen U.S.-ROK ties. Applications range from $5,000 to $35,000, with a May 4, 2026 deadline. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations, all requiring at least two alumni of U.S. government exchange programs per team.

NAWCA 2026 US Small Grants, $1k-$250k

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has posted the NAWCA 2026 U.S. Small Grants funding opportunity under Assistance Listing 15.623 (North American Wetlands Conservation Fund). The program provides competitive grants of $1,000 to $250,000 to protect, improve, and restore wetland ecosystems and associated habitats for migratory birds and wildlife. Applications close June 25, 2026, and require a 1:1 non-federal match. Eligible applicants include tribal governments, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, educational institutions, small businesses, and individuals.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 Grant Opportunity

The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to Micronesia announces the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 grant, providing $5,000 to $35,000 for exchange program alumni to implement projects supporting U.S. policy objectives. Applications close May 17, 2026. Projects must align with the 250th anniversary of American independence and one of five priority areas: professional development, entrepreneurship, educational outreach, civic engagement, or cultural and sports engagement.

CCAMPIS Grant 2026: $150K–$1M Campus Child Care for Low-Income Students

The Office of Postsecondary Education announced the CCAMPIS 2026 grant opportunity, making approximately $73.5 million in competitive 4-year grants available to institutions of higher education. Awards range from $150,000 to $1,000,000 per institution, with applications due May 29, 2026. No cost sharing or matching is required.

FY25-26 Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grants - Northeast Corridor (up to $4.75B)

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has posted a discretionary grant opportunity under the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Program (Partnership-NEC), offering up to $4.75 billion in total program funding for eligible projects on the Northeast Corridor. Eligible applicants include state governments, Amtrak, interstate compacts, public agencies, political subdivisions, and federally recognized Indian tribes. Applications close May 5, 2026.

Establishing Impurity Specifications for Antibiotics

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the availability of a draft guidance entitled 'Establishing Impurity Specifications for Antibiotics,' providing recommendations for setting specifications for organic impurities in antibiotics manufactured by fermentation and semi-synthesis. The draft guidance applies to antibiotic drugs under new drug applications (NDAs), abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs), associated type II drug substance drug master files, and nonprescription OTC monograph drugs. Comments are due by June 22, 2026. The guidance explicitly states it is not intended to apply retroactively to already approved or marketed antibiotics.

Cboe Exchange Proposes Amendment to Binary Options Exercise Settlement Amount Rules

Cboe Exchange, Inc. filed a proposed rule change with the SEC on April 9, 2026, to amend Rule 4.16(b) governing binary options exercise settlement values. The exchange seeks to reduce the minimum exercise settlement value from $10 to $1, which would lower the minimum exercise settlement amount to $1 using a multiplier of 1, or $100 using the standard options multiplier of 100. The SEC is soliciting public comments on the proposed change.

Nasdaq Texas Proposes 10% Fee Increase for Testing Facility Connectivity Services

Nasdaq Texas, LLC filed a proposed rule change with the SEC on April 10, 2026, under Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 19b-4, seeking to increase Testing Facility fees by 10%. The proposal would raise the monthly hand-off fee from $1,000 to $1,100 and the one-time installation fee from $1,000 to $1,100 per hand-off. The Exchange cited the Data Processing and Related Services Producer Price Index (Data PPI) as justification, noting a cumulative 13.59% increase since January 2017.

Nasdaq Texas Proposes Monthly Review of Professional Orders

Nasdaq Texas, LLC filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to modify the review period for Professional order designations from quarterly to monthly. Under the proposal, participants must review customer order activity and update designations within five days after each calendar month rather than each calendar quarter. The SEC is soliciting comments on the proposal, which has a proposed implementation date of July 1, 2026.

FAA Establishes Summer 2026 Scheduling Limits at Chicago O'Hare International Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued Order FAA-2013-0259 establishing a temporary scheduling limit of 2,708 operations per day at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) for Summer 2026 (March 29 through October 24, 2026). The limit takes effect May 17, 2026, and is intended to manage airfield capacity constraints from ongoing construction and competitive scheduling dynamics between major carriers. The FAA acted under 49 U.S.C. 41722 authority following delay reduction meetings, determining that this level will maximize capacity without worsening delays beyond Summer 2025 performance.

GSA and OPM to Co-Locate; Headquarters Renovation Planned

GSA announced it will temporarily relocate its headquarters to the Theodore Roosevelt Federal Building (TRB) in July 2026 to co-locate with OPM during renovation of its 1800 F Street NW facility. The combined GSA-OPM headquarters is scheduled to open at 1800 F Street in December 2028, after which GSA will pursue accelerated disposition of the TRB property.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 - Cameroon, $5k-$100k

The U.S. Embassy Yaoundé Public Diplomacy Section announces the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 (AEIF 2026), a grant program for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Cameroon. The fund offers awards ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 for up to two national alumni-led projects and one Central Africa Regional Alumni Summit. Projects should address youth unemployment, transparency in critical sectors, or local tensions using innovation, digital technology, entrepreneurship, or sports diplomacy. Applications are due May 13, 2026.

HAMAQ Science Team Notice of Intent - ROSES-2025 Amendment

NASA Science Mission Directorate has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) for the Hemispheric Airborne Measurements of Air Quality (HAMAQ) Science Team as a new program element under ROSES-2025. Notices of Intent are due May 20, 2026, and full proposals are due July 21, 2026. A pre-proposal webinar is scheduled for June 24, 2026, with connection details posted to NSPIRES.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026, $5,000-$35,000

The U.S. Mission to Namibia has announced the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026), a grant program for alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. Total program funding is $70,000 with expected 2 awards ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 per award. All 2026 projects must align with the Freedom 250 campaign celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence. Applications are due May 20, 2026.

Syria Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund FY 2026

The U.S. Mission to Turkey, through the Syria Regional Platform (SRP) and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), has posted the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 grant competition on Grants.gov. Total program funding is $70,000, expected to fund 2 awards ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 each. Applications close May 20, 2026. Eligible applicants are alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs; U.S. citizens may not serve as team leads and organizations cannot apply on behalf of alumni. Projects must be implemented outside the United States and U.S. territories.

Passport Book Consolidation to Single 38-Page Format

The U.S. Department of State is proposing to consolidate its passport book format from two sizes (26-page and 50-page) to a single 38-page book, planned for the Series B redesign rollout in 2028. Currently, 92 percent of applicants request the 26-page book, while 8 percent receive the 50-page book primarily due to policy practices for special-issuance and overseas applicants. The change is expected to increase production efficiencies and reduce waste at the Government Publishing Office.

Title IV HEA Earnings Accountability and Direct Loan Eligibility Framework

The Secretary of Education proposes amendments to title IV HEA regulations to implement the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed July 4, 2025, replacing the debt-to-earnings metric with an earnings premium measure as the new accountability standard for Direct Loan eligibility. Institutions offering GE programs and eligible non-GE programs would face loss of Direct Loan eligibility if their graduates fail the earnings premium measure in two of three consecutive years. Comments are due May 20, 2026.

Kinéis Petition for Reconsideration on Space and Earth Station Regulatory Fees

The FCC published notice of a Petition for Reconsideration filed by David S. Keir on behalf of Kinéis regarding the Commission's assessment and collection of regulatory fees for fiscal years 2024-2025. The petition relates to space and earth station regulatory fees. Oppositions to the petition must be filed by May 5, 2026, with replies to oppositions due by May 15, 2026. The FCC states that no rules are being adopted in this proceeding.

Military-Connected Schools Construction Grant, $250K–$25M, Closes May 22

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) announced a $100 million grant program for construction, modernization, and facilities maintenance at military-connected schools. Eligible local education agencies (LEAs) must serve at least 400 federally connected children or have such children comprise at least 3% of total average daily attendance, and target schools must have 15% or more military-connected student enrollment. Awards range from $250,000 to $25 million. Applications close May 22, 2026.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 - Bahrain Embassy

U.S. Embassy Bahrain announces the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund, offering $70,000 total program funding across 2 expected awards. Eligible alumni teams of U.S. government exchange program participants may apply for grants ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 to implement projects advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives. Applications must be submitted to ManamaPAO@state.gov by close of business April 30, 2026.

2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) - $5,000-$35,000 Grants

The U.S. Embassy in Jordan announced the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026), offering $5,000 to $35,000 grants to alumni of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. Individual applicants must form teams of at least two alumni, with one designated as lead. Applications must be submitted via email to JordanAlumni@state.gov by May 19, 2026.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 Offering $5,000-$35,000 for Saudi Exchange Alumni

The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia announces the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) grant cycle, offering awards between $5,000 and $35,000 to Saudi exchange alumni for project proposals that strengthen U.S.-Saudi ties. The funding opportunity, posted April 19, 2026, with a closing date of May 3, 2026, expects to make 3 awards under Assistance Listing 19.022 for Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs.

EPA Region 1 Wetland Program Development Grants up to $350,000 (Closing April 24, 2026)

EPA Region 1 announces Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) for state, Tribal, territory, and local government agencies. Total program funding is $2,784,000 with 13 expected awards, capped at $350,000 per grant. Applications close April 24, 2026.

AFRI Strengthening Agricultural Systems Funding Opportunity

NIFA has announced $140,000,000 in AFRI Strengthening Agricultural Systems funding available to eligible institutions. The opportunity anticipates 18 awards ranging from $1,000,000 to $10,000,000 each, with applications closing April 23, 2026. Eligible applicants include colleges, universities, 1994 Land-grant Institutions, and Hispanic-serving agricultural colleges and universities.

Public Scholars Grants for Humanities Research

NEH announces the Public Scholars grant program providing $900,000 in total funding for 15 expected awards ranging from $30,000 to $60,000 per project. Eligible projects must focus on American history and culture or Western civilization topics. Applications close April 22, 2026.

NEH Fellowships for Humanities Research, $30k-$60k

NEH announced Fellowships for individual humanities scholars with awards of $30,000 to $60,000. The 2026 competition will fund projects in American history and culture and Western civilization only. Total program funding is $3,600,000 with an expected 60 awards. Applications close April 22, 2026.

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance Support Cooperative Agreement

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Alaska District posted a cooperative agreement opportunity (W911KB-26-2-0001) to provide Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) support for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Richardson Training Area. The $1.475M–$3.2M award will support the Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) Program, including soil, water, and vegetation protection, erosion control, and habitat management. Applications close May 18, 2026.

Professional Formation of Engineers Grant (NSF 47.041)

NSF announces open grant opportunity for the Professional Formation of Engineers (PFE) initiative under Assistance Listing 47.041. The program supports research and education projects to develop the nation's engineering workforce through formal and informal training contexts including classrooms, maker spaces, workplaces, and online learning environments. Eligible applicants are unrestricted and proposals are accepted on a rolling basis.

Invertebrate Habitat Modeling Colorado $326k–$1.75M Cooperative Agreement

USACE Fort Worth District posted a funding opportunity for invertebrate habitat modeling and enhancement at Fort Carson and Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site in Colorado. The cooperative agreement ranges from $326,000 to $1,750,000 with an 18-month base period and up to four 18-month follow-on options. Eligible applicants are limited to Cooperative Ecosystem Study Units in Californian, Colorado Plateau, Rocky Mountain, and Great Plains regions.

ENGINEER:OC Grant Supports Professional Formation of Engineers Research

The National Science Foundation posted a funding opportunity (PD-26-1342) for the Organizational Change in the Professional Formation of Engineers (ENGINEER:OC) program. The grant supports research and activities that expand access to high-quality engineering education and workforce development pathways. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis with no cost-sharing requirement.

FAA-2024-0322 Comment Form on Regulations.gov

Regulations.gov provides a web-based platform for submitting public comments on federal regulatory actions. This specific form is tied to FAA docket FAA-2024-0322. The form collects commenter identity, comment text (up to 5000 characters), file attachments (up to 20 files, 10MB each), and email for submission confirmation. Comments may be publicly disclosed on Regulations.gov and in agency dockets.