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DEA Rule: Registering Emergency Medical Services Agencies

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a final rule requiring Emergency Medical Services (EMS) agencies to register and handle controlled substances. This rule implements provisions of the Protecting Patient Access to Emergency Medications Act of 2017 and takes effect on March 9, 2026.

Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Organ Procurement Organizations Conditions for Coverage Revisions

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a proposed rule to revise the Conditions for Coverage for Organ Procurement Organizations. This proposal aims to update requirements for OPOs participating in Medicare and Medicaid. Public comments are due by March 31, 2026.

HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027 Proposed Rule

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a proposed rule detailing benefit and payment parameters for 2027 under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The rule also addresses the Basic Health Program. Public comments are due by March 13, 2026.

Medicare OPPS/ASC Payment Systems and Quality Reporting Correction

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a correction to the Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment Systems final rule. This correction addresses specific aspects of payment systems, quality reporting programs, and hospital quality star ratings.

CMS Managed Care Rule on Medicare, Medicaid Reimbursement

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a final rule concerning managed care reimbursement for Medicare and Medicaid programs. This rule, published in the Federal Register, outlines updated policies and requirements for managed care plans.

CFTC Corrects Swap Dealer Business Conduct Documentation Rule

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a correction to its rule regarding business conduct and swap documentation requirements for swap dealers and major swap participants. This correction clarifies existing requirements and is effective January 29, 2026.

CFTC Withdraws Proposed Rules on Event Contracts

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has withdrawn its proposed rules concerning event contracts, originally published in June 2024. This action removes the proposed regulatory action from consideration.

FERC Corrects Zero-Based Budgeting Regulations

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a correction to its regulations concerning the implementation of Executive Order on Zero-Based Regulatory Budgeting. This correction is effective February 6, 2026, and pertains to Docket No. RM25-14-000.

HUD Revokes 30-Day Lease Termination Notice Requirement

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has revoked the 30-day notification requirement prior to terminating a lease for nonpayment of rent. This rule, effective March 30, 2026, removes a previous regulatory obligation for certain housing providers.

FERC Final Rule: Removal of Construction Activity Limits Pending Rehearing

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a final rule removing regulations that limited authorizations for construction activities pending rehearing. This rule, effective November 10, 2025, impacts energy companies by removing prior limitations on construction permits.