NHLBI Participation in NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (R21)

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) announced its participation in the NIH Exploratory/Developmental Research Project Grant (Parent R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) program, PA-25-304. This participation is effective for application due dates on or after May 8, 2026.

H.R. 2148 Veteran Caregiver Act Cost Estimate

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has estimated that H.R. 2148, the Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment and Retirement Act, will cost approximately $102 million. The estimate was ordered reported by the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs.

OIG Report: Part B Drug Payments Included Noncovered Self-Administered Versions, Increasing Costs

An HHS OIG report found that Medicare Part B payment amounts for the drug Omvoh included noncovered self-administered versions in 2024, increasing costs. Excluding these versions would have saved Part B and its enrollees an estimated $1,742 per vial in the fourth quarter of 2024. The report also noted that CMS's prior removal of noncovered self-administered versions for five other drugs saved $1.3 billion from 2023 through 2024.

Federal Reserve Notice of Change in Bank Control Applications

The Federal Reserve Board has published a notice regarding applications filed under the Change in Bank Control Act. These applications seek approval to acquire shares of banks or bank holding companies. Interested parties can submit comments on the applications until April 10, 2026.

Alaska Sablefish IFQ Program Fishing Season Opening

NOAA Fisheries is opening the directed fishing season for sablefish managed under the Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) Program and the Community Development Quota (CDQ) Program in Alaska. The season will open on March 26, 2026, and close on December 7, 2026, aligning with but having different hours than the commercial halibut fishery dates.

Alaska Sablefish IFQ Program Directed Fishing Opening

NOAA Fisheries is opening directed fishing for sablefish managed under the Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) and Community Development Quota (CDQ) Programs in Alaska. The season will run from March 26, 2026, to December 7, 2026, aligning with but having different hours than the Pacific halibut fishery dates.

Snapper-Grouper Fishery: Golden Tilefish Recreational Season Closure

NMFS announces the closure of the 2026 recreational fishing season for golden tilefish in the South Atlantic EEZ effective March 27, 2026. This closure is necessary to prevent exceeding the annual catch limit and protect the stock from overfishing.

Medical Student Education Program Non-Competitive Supplement Correction

The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, issued a correction to a previously published notice regarding the Medical Student Education Program Non-Competitive Supplement. This correction clarifies specific details within the notice.

National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program Petitions Received

The Health Resources and Services Administration published a notice listing petitions received for the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program on February 24, 2026. This notice serves as an informational update regarding the program's administrative filings.

340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Information Request

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued a Request for Information regarding a potential pilot program for a 340B rebate model. This notice seeks public input on the design and implementation of such a program, which could impact how covered entities receive rebates on covered outpatient drugs.