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FAA Supersedes AD 2025-22-02: H-Stab Anti-Yaw Steady Fitting Block Bolt Checks and Replacement Required for Regional Jet Fleet

The FAA has issued a final Airworthiness Directive (AD 2026-08-02) superseding AD 2025-22-02 for MHI RJ Aviation ULC regional jet models. The AD continues the existing requirement for repetitive torque checks of the horizontal stabilizer (H-stab) anti-yaw steady fitting block bolts and adds a new requirement to replace the H-stab anti-yaw steady fitting block hardware. The unsafe condition—loose or missing bolts that combined with bird strike or gust loading may result in loss of the H-stab and loss of airplane control—affects 597 U.S.-registered airplanes. Compliance costs are estimated at up to $510 per product for retained actions and $622 per product for new actions.

DOE Stays Fossil Fuel Restrictions for Federal Buildings Until September 1, 2026

The Department of Energy is further staying the compliance date for the Clean Energy for New Federal Buildings and Major Renovations (CER) provisions in 10 CFR part 433, subpart B, and 10 CFR part 435, subpart B until September 1, 2026. This stay extends the prior delay published May 5, 2025, while DOE reviews implementation guidance for consistency with current Administration energy policies. Federal agencies are not required to comply with the energy performance standards during this extended stay period.

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.

Establishment of Restricted Areas R-5305A-R-5305C at Camp Lejeune and R-5307A-R-5307C at Cherry Point, NC

The FAA has issued a final rule establishing six new restricted areas of airspace: R-5305A, R-5305B, and R-5305C near Camp Lejeune, NC; and R-5307A, R-5307B, and R-5307C near Cherry Point, NC. The restricted areas are designed to connect existing restricted area complexes (R-5003, R-5004, and R-5306) to contain hazardous military training activities including weapon deployment, laser use, and artillery operations within contiguous airspace. The rule takes effect July 9, 2026.

Annual Catch Limit and Accountability Measures; Main Hawaiian Islands Deep 7 Bottomfish for Fishing Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027

NMFS has finalized an annual catch limit (ACL) of 493,000 pounds (223,621 kg) for Deep 7 bottomfish in the Main Hawaiian Islands for fishing years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The rule maintains existing accountability measures requiring the fishery to close for the remainder of the fishing year if the ACL is reached, and a reduction in the following year's ACL if it is exceeded.

FCC Report and Order Reduces Network Upgrade Barriers by Streamlining Filing Requirements

The FCC adopted a Report and Order (FCC 26-19) eliminating all filing requirements for network change disclosures under its network change disclosure rules while preserving public notice obligations through industry fora, publications, or carriers' websites. Incumbent local exchange carriers must still provide direct notice of copper retirements and network changes to interconnected 911 service providers and telephone exchange service providers. The Order preempts state or local requirements that conflict with the federal framework, stating such requirements negate valid federal regulatory objectives. Most provisions take effect May 20, 2026, with certain sections delayed indefinitely.

Pollock Fishing Closure, Statistical Area 610, Gulf of Alaska

NMFS is prohibiting directed fishing for pollock in Statistical Area 610 in the Gulf of Alaska effective April 17, 2026 through September 1, 2026. The action establishes a directed fishing allowance of 3,959 metric tons (mt) and sets aside 150 mt as incidental catch. The closure prevents exceeding the 2026 A season allowance of the 4,109 mt total allowable catch (TAC) for pollock in this statistical area.

Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

The Federal Reserve published a notice inviting public comments on applications under the Change in Bank Control Act. The Dierberg Milne Foundation and Dierberg Family Foundation seek to join the Dierberg Family Control Group to acquire voting shares of FB Corporation, which would indirectly acquire voting shares of The San Francisco Company and First Bank in Missouri. Comments are due by May 6, 2026.

Petition for Rulemaking of Andrew Gonzalez

The Federal Trade Commission has received a petition for rulemaking (File No. R607002) from Andrew Gonzalez requesting that the Commission promulgate a new rule or amend existing regulations to mandate disclosures regarding indirect auto lending. The petition has been placed on the public record for a 30-day comment period. The Commission will not consider the petition's merits until after the comment period closes and may grant or deny the petition in whole or in part.

Presidential Declaration of Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only, Alaska

The SBA published notice of Presidential disaster declaration FEMA-4904-DR for the State of Alaska following a severe storm incident occurring December 6-9, 2025. The declaration, designated Disaster Numbers 21509B (physical damage) and 215100 (economic injury), applies to Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Private non-profit organizations may apply for SBA disaster loans through the MySBA Loan Portal.

Oregon Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance Only

The SBA announces Presidential disaster declaration FEMA-4907-DR for Oregon due to Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides occurring December 15-21, 2025. Nine Oregon counties are designated as primary disaster areas. Physical disaster loan applications are due June 10, 2026; Economic Injury (EIDL) loans are due January 7, 2027. Private non-profit organizations may apply at MySBA Loan Portal.

Idaho Major Disaster Declaration - Straight-line Winds, FEMA-4905-DR

SBA published notice of the Presidential major disaster declaration for Public Assistance Only for the State of Idaho (FEMA-4905-DR), dated April 7, 2026, as a result of straight-line winds occurring December 16-18, 2025. Private non-profit organizations in ten primary Idaho counties may apply for physical damage and economic injury disaster loans through the MySBA Loan Portal.

Montana Major Disaster Declaration Public Assistance Severe Winter Storm

The U.S. Small Business Administration announces a Presidential major disaster declaration (FEMA-4902-DR) for the State of Montana due to a Severe Winter Storm and Straight-line Winds occurring December 17-18, 2025. The declaration makes SBA disaster loans available to affected private non-profit organizations and small businesses in 29 Montana counties and 4 tribal areas.

VA Cooperative Studies Program Importer Controlled Substances

The DEA published notice that VA Cooperative Studies Program applied on April 9, 2026, to be registered as an importer of controlled substances for research purposes. The application covers Marihuana Extract (Drug Code 7350) and Tetrahydrocannabinols (Drug Code 7370), Schedule I controlled substances, which the company plans to import as finished dosage unit products for clinical trial studies only. The DEA is accepting electronic comments and written hearing requests on the application through May 21, 2026.

Fresh Glasswort Leaves and Stems From Israel Authorized for Import

APHIS announces authorization of fresh glasswort (Salicornia europaea L.) leaves and stems from Israel for human consumption into the United States, effective April 21, 2026. The decision follows a pest risk analysis and 60-day comment period, with two comments received that did not affect the outcome. Importation is subject to phytosanitary measures specified in the accompanying Risk Management Document.

STRL Personnel Demonstration Project Probationary and Trial Period Waiver Amendments

The Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering issued a notice amending Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) Personnel Demonstration Project Federal Register Notices by updating waiver citations for probationary and trial periods. The amendments reflect changes resulting from Executive Order 14284, which repealed Civil Service Rule 2.4 and established Civil Service Rule 11. The 24 designated STRLs across the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Defense Health Agency are affected. Implementation begins no earlier than April 21, 2026.

Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Leading Pharma LLC

The DEA published notice that Leading Pharma LLC, 3 Oak Road, Fairfield, New Jersey 07004, applied on March 25, 2026 to be registered as an importer of Diphenoxylate (drug code 9170, Schedule II controlled substance). The company plans to import the listed controlled substance as an active pharmaceutical ingredient for research and development toward manufacturing a finished dosage product for Food and Drug Administration approval. Public comments on the application and requests for a hearing must be submitted on or before May 21, 2026.

AJNA Biosciences Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances Application

The Drug Enforcement Administration published notice that AJNA Biosciences applied on March 23, 2026 to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of Schedule I controlled substances psilocybin (drug code 7437) and psilocyn (drug code 7438). The company plans to bulk manufacture psilocybin-containing mushrooms for internal research, clinical trials, and analytical purposes, and to distribute to customers conducting Schedule I clinical research. The public comment period closes June 22, 2026.

Inbound Parcel Post Rate Changes at UPU Rates for CY 2027

The Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) is informing the public of the Postal Service's filing of changes in rates not of general applicability for Inbound Parcel Post (at Universal Postal Union rates) and Inbound International Proof of Delivery, effective January 1, 2027, along with related proposed changes to the Mail Classification Schedule (MCS). The filing reflects amendments to Article 33 of the Universal Postal Convention adopted by the UPU Dubai Congress in September 2025, which allow designated operators to establish self-declared 'Inward Land Rates' beginning in calendar year 2027. The Commission invites public comments on whether the filing is consistent with applicable statutes and policies.

CFR Correction: Reinstatement of Export Fishery Definition at 50 CFR 216.3

NOAA, via the Office of the Federal Register, has corrected an editorial error in Title 50 CFR by reinstating the definition of "Export fishery" in section 216.3. The definition establishes criteria for classifying foreign commercial fishing operations as export fisheries based on their exports to the US and the likelihood of incidental marine mammal mortality. Unclassified foreign commercial fishing operations are automatically deemed export fisheries until the next List of Foreign Fisheries is published.

Multi-Family Housing Insurance Requirements Updated to Align with Industry Standards

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) has issued a final rule updating insurance requirements for Multi-Family Housing Direct Loan and Grant programs under 7 CFR part 3560. The rule aligns insurance coverage types, amounts, and deductibles with affordable housing industry standards. Key changes include: deductible limits listed as maximum thresholds allowing properties to choose lower limits; windstorm deductible provisions unchanged when excluded from all-risk policies; and business income loss insurance retained as required coverage. The rule applies only to RHS Multi-Family Housing Programs and takes effect May 20, 2026.

Exempted Fishing Permit Application: Cultimar Technologies 200 Red Snapper Collection

NMFS announces receipt of an application from Cultimar Technologies, Inc. for an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) to collect 200 sexually mature American red snapper from South Atlantic Federal waters off Florida. If granted, the EFP would authorize transport of the fish to the applicant's aquaculture hatchery in Arecibo, Puerto Rico to establish a broodstock population for research and fingerling production. Public comments are requested by May 21, 2026.

Infant and Cradle Swings Safety Standard Update Incorporating ASTM F2088-25

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has published a direct final rule updating the mandatory consumer product safety standard for infant and cradle swings. The rule incorporates by reference ASTM F2088-25, the 2025 revision of the voluntary standard ASTM F2088-24, which is currently the mandatory standard under 16 CFR part 1223. The rule is effective July 25, 2026, unless CPSC receives a significant adverse comment by May 20, 2026.

Annual Update to Fee Schedule for Use of Government Lands by Hydropower Licensees

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued its annual update to the fee schedule in 18 CFR Part 11, Appendix A, establishing per-acre rental fees for hydropower licensees occupying government lands for Fiscal Year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026). The updated schedule lists fees by county across all U.S. states, with fees ranging from $1.95/acre/year (Alaska Aleutian Islands) to $97.83/acre/year (Arkansas Benton). The rule is effective April 21, 2026 and applies to all hydropower licensees operating on federal lands under Part I of the Federal Power Act.

Modification of Class E Airspace; Florence Municipal Airport, Florence, OR

The FAA amends 14 CFR Part 71 to modify Class E airspace at Florence Municipal Airport, OR. The northern boundary is expanded to contain RNAV departure procedures (CEVVY ONE and WOLFY ONE) until aircraft reach 1,200 feet above the surface. The southwestern boundary is extended 4.3 miles to contain missed approach portions of the Copter RNAV (GPS) 14 and RNAV (GPS) 153 approach procedures while aircraft operate below 1,500 feet. The rule supports IFR operations safety and management.

Final Rule Removes Outdated 15 CFR Part 1300 Export Technology Reporting Regulation

The Department of Commerce removes 15 CFR Part 1300 (Subtitle B, Chapter XIII) from the Code of Federal Regulations, eliminating an obsolete export technology reporting requirement. The regulation was originally promulgated by the defunct East-West Foreign Trade Board in 1975 under section 411 of the Trade Act of 1974, whose statutory authority was repealed in 1998 and 1999. The rule is effective April 17, 2026.

Worldlog LLC v United Cargo Management, FMC Complaint

A complaint was filed with the Federal Maritime Commission by Worldlog LLC against United Cargo Management alleging violations of the Shipping Act of 1984. The complaint specifically alleges violations of 46 U.S.C. 41102(d), 41103, and 41104(a)(4)(E) and 46 CFR 515.31(e), involving improper collection of ocean freight charges from Complainant's customers who had already paid, unlawful disclosure of confidential service contract information, and improper filing of lawsuits instead of seeking Commission dispute resolution. The Respondent must file an answer within 25 days of service.

El Paso Natural Gas Company Annual Report 2026

PHMSA received the El Paso Natural Gas Company Annual Report for 2026. The report documents the company's pipeline safety metrics, operations data, and compliance activities as part of federal pipeline safety monitoring requirements under 49 CFR Part 191.

Information Collection Renewal: Bonding Requirements for Suspensions Pending Appeal

The Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) within the Department of the Interior is seeking public comment on renewing an existing information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection covers paperwork requirements for posting a surety or bond or demonstrating financial solvency under 30 CFR Part 1243. This 30-day notice excludes Osage content that appeared in a prior 60-day notice, as the Bureau of Indian Affairs did not finalize its related proposed rule. Comments are due May 21, 2026.

Special Conditions Skyryse Robinson R66 Helicopter Fly-by-Wire Flight Control System Annunciation

The FAA proposes special conditions for the Robinson Model R66 helicopter as modified by Skyryse with a digital fly-by-wire flight control system, replacing mechanical flight controls. The existing airworthiness standards under 14 CFR Part 27 do not adequately address this novel design feature, requiring additional safety standards including an annunciation requirement for pilot awareness. Comments are due by June 5, 2026.

EG26-216-000 Crockett Cogeneration EWG Self-Certification; ER26-2215-000 Duke Energy Rate Filing

FERC received two filings on April 15, 2026. Crockett Cogeneration, LLC submitted a Notice of Self-Certification of Exempt Wholesale Generator Status under Docket EG26-216-000. Separately, Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC and Duke Energy Florida, LLC submitted a §205(d) rate filing (DEF—Real Power Loss Filing 2026) under Docket ER26-2215-000, requesting a May 1, 2026 effective date. The Commission invites intervention, protests, or answers in accordance with 18 CFR 385.211, 385.214, or 385.206.

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.

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.

Enrolled Agent Exam User Fee Reduced from $99 to $66

The Treasury Department and IRS have issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to reduce the user fee for each part of the Special Enrollment Examination for Enrolled Agents (EA SEE) from $99 per part to $66 per part. The proposed amendments would modify 26 CFR Part 300. Comments and requests for a public hearing must be received by May 20, 2026.

FMCSA Exemption Request, Covenant Logistics, Comments May 21, 2026

FMCSA requests public comment on Covenant Logistics' application for a 5-year renewal of its exemption from 49 CFR 383.25(a)(1), which requires CLP holders to be accompanied by a CDL holder in the front seat. The exemption would allow CLP holders who have passed CDL skills tests to drive without a CDL holder present. After reviewing the application, safety analyses, and public comments, FMCSA will grant or deny the exemption.

Extension of Compliance Dates for ADA Web Accessibility Requirements for State and Local Government Entities

The Department of Justice has issued an interim final rule extending the compliance deadlines for web content and mobile application accessibility requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. For state and local government entities with a total population of 50,000 or more, the compliance date is extended from April 24, 2026 to April 26, 2027. This extension affects government entities subject to 28 CFR Part 35.

NIH Rescinds Indirect Cost Flexibilities Under 2 CFR 200 for FY2026

NIH has rescinded two indirect cost flexibilities introduced under NOT-OD-25-059, citing statutory constraints in the Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2026 (P.L. 119-75). The rescinded provisions are the Modified Total Direct Cost Definition under 2 CFR 200.1 and the De Minimis Indirect Rate under 2 CFR 200.414(f). These flexibilities will not apply to NIH awards at this time because 45 CFR 75 indirect cost provisions remain controlling by statute.

HUD Removes Shelter Plus Care and Supportive Housing Program Regulations

HUD has published a final rule removing regulations for the Shelter Plus Care Program (24 CFR part 582) and Supportive Housing Program (24 CFR part 583) from the Code of Federal Regulations, effective May 20, 2026. These programs were consolidated into the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program following the HEARTH Act of 2009. The rule also makes a conforming amendment to 24 CFR 578.33(d)(1) to remove cross-references to the removed parts.

Washington State SHARP Workplace Safety Research Program Overview

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) describes the SHARP (Safety & Health Assessment & Research for Prevention) program, a workplace safety and health research and prevention initiative. SHARP conducts occupational health surveillance including musculoskeletal disorders, respiratory disease, lead exposure, heat-related illness, trucking injury prevention, and work-related fatalities, in partnership with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health since 2005. The program also publishes an internal research policy on financial conflicts of interest for Public Health Service-funded investigators under 42 CFR Part 50.

Medline Industries LP - Quality System Regulation Violations Warning Letter

FDA issued a Warning Letter to Medline Industries, LP (NAMIC Division) citing Quality System Regulation violations under 21 CFR Part 820. The inspection conducted December 1-12, 2025 identified CAPA procedure failures involving NAMIC Angiographic Control Syringes that generated 221 complaints and 177 MDRs, including documented cases of air embolism patient harm and biohazard exposure to clinicians.