Government & Legislation

NIGC Direct Final Rule on Gaming Ordinance Submissions

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is issuing a direct final rule to remove the requirement for tribes to submit a copy of their dispute resolution procedures when submitting gaming ordinances or amendments. This change is effective December 1, 2025, unless significant adverse comments are received by October 30, 2025.

NIGC Notice on Information Collection Renewals

The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) is seeking public comment on the renewal of several information collections related to Indian gaming. These collections cover management contracts, fee payments, internal control standards, facility licenses, and technical standards for gaming systems. The comment period closes on November 24, 2025.

OSC Notice of Request for Comments on ADR Program Survey

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has submitted a revised information collection request for its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program Survey to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The OSC is seeking public comments on this proposed revision, which streamlines the survey process for participants in its voluntary mediation program.

OSC Seeks OMB Approval for Complaint Filing Information Collection Extension

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is seeking public comment on extending its approved information collection for filing complaints and disclosures (Form OSC-14). This is a routine extension request to OMB for approval through 2029, with no substantive changes proposed to the existing form or methodology.

OSC Announces Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board Members

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has announced the appointment of members to its Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board. This notice supersedes all prior notices regarding PRB membership and is effective upon publication.

OSC Seeks Comments on ADR Program Information Collection Extension

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is seeking public comments on extending an approved information collection for its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program. OSC has revised its survey approach to a single post-session survey to assess program effectiveness. Comments are due by August 25, 2025.

OSC Notice: Agency Information Collection Comment Request

The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) is requesting public comment on its proposed collection of information for the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Program Survey. This notice allows an additional 30 days for public comment before submission to OMB for review and approval.

OPIC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) issued a Sunshine Act meeting notice for a board meeting scheduled for December 11, 2019. The notice details the open and closed portions of the meeting and provides registration instructions for public attendance.

OPIC Cancels Public Hearing

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) has cancelled its public hearing scheduled for December 4, 2019. This cancellation is due to the related Board meeting being cancelled. Information regarding the cancellation can be obtained from Catherine F.I. Andrade.

OPIC Sunshine Act Public Hearing Notice

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) issued a notice for a public hearing on December 4, 2019, to allow individuals to present views on the corporation's activities. Deadlines for individuals wishing to speak or submit written statements were November 26, 2019.