USCIS H-2B Cap Met for FY 2026 Second Half

USCIS has announced that the H-2B statutory cap for the second half of fiscal year 2026 has been met. The final receipt date for new cap-subject petitions requesting an employment start date between April 1 and October 1, 2026, was March 10, 2026. Filing dates for supplemental visa allocations are now available.

WTO Global Trade Outlook and Statistics 2026

The WTO's Global Trade Outlook and Statistics 2026 report projects slower merchandise trade growth of 1.9% in 2026, influenced by AI investment and Middle East conflict impacts on energy and transport costs. Asia remains a key driver of trade, with specific growth projections for merchandise and services trade detailed.

WTO Members Launch MC14 Environmental Sustainability Package

79 WTO members participating in the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) unveiled a package of outcome documents ahead of the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14). The package showcases progress over five years and outlines a shift towards priority areas and concrete actions post-MC14.

Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission Energy Affordability Listening Sessions

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) announced a series of listening sessions across the state to gather input from utility customers on energy affordability. These sessions, scheduled from late March through April 2026, are part of a larger strategy to explore solutions to energy affordability challenges.

Proposed Copyright Office Fees Rule

The U.S. Copyright Office has published a notice of proposed rulemaking to adopt a new fee schedule. The proposed fees aim to recover a greater percentage of the Office's operational costs, which have increased due to inflation since the last adjustment in 2020. The Office is seeking public comment on these proposed changes.

Comment on Copyright Office Fees Proposed Rule

This document is a placeholder for a public comment on a proposed rule regarding U.S. Copyright Office fees. It provides instructions and a form for submitting comments, attachments, and identifying the commenter. The U.S. Copyright Office is seeking input on potential changes to its fee structure.

STB - 60-Day Notice of Intent to Seek Extension of Approval of Collection: Statutory Authority to Preserve Rail Service

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a 60-day notice regarding its intent to seek an extension of approval for a collection of information related to its statutory authority to preserve rail service. This notice initiates a public comment period.

CSX Transportation Exemption for Discontinuance in Cook County, Illinois

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a notice regarding CSX Transportation, Inc.'s exemption for discontinuance of service in Cook County, Illinois. This notice provides details on the exemption and its associated docket number.

Railroad Cost of Capital-2025

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has published a notice regarding the Railroad Cost of Capital for 2025. The notice outlines the deadlines for interested parties to submit participation notices, statements, and rebuttal statements.

Deputy Secretary Landau Travels to New York for UNSC Meeting

The U.S. Department of State announced that Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau will travel to New York on March 23, 2026, to chair a United Nations Security Council meeting on Ukraine. The visit aims to promote U.S. priorities regarding peace in Europe and UN reform.