Proposed CAS Monetary Threshold Increases

The OMB Cost Accounting Standards Board (CASB) has published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to raise monetary thresholds under the Cost Accounting Standards program. The Board proposes increasing the $50 million full CAS coverage threshold and the $50 million disclosure statement threshold, and raising the CAS waiver authority from $15 million to $100 million. Comments on the proposed rule are due April 20, 2026.

Wood Products Infrastructure Assistance Information Collection Extension

The US Forest Service is seeking public comments on extending an approved information collection for the Wood Products Infrastructure Assistance (WPIA) program under ALN 10.725, authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The collection (OMB No. 0596-0254) supports grants for sawmills and wood processing facilities near federal or tribal lands identified for ecological restoration. Comments are due June 1, 2026.

Revises Ski Area Definition in Special Use Regulations

The USDA Forest Service issued a final rule amending the definition of ski area in 36 CFR 251.51, removing the revenue test that determined primary purpose based on preponderance of revenue from snow sports. The revised definition aligns more closely with statutory authority under the Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 and reduces regulatory burden on ski area permit holders. The rule takes effect April 24, 2026.

Kenai LNG Expansion Project NEPA Scoping Notice

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission opened a scoping period for the Kenai LNG Cool Down Expansion Project proposed by Trans-Foreland Pipeline Company LLC in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska. The Commission will prepare an environmental document under NEPA to evaluate the project's environmental impacts. Public comments on the scope of issues are due by April 27, 2026.

Electric Utility Rate and Tariff Filings Received by FERC

FERC published notice of multiple electric rate and tariff filings received on March 27, 2026. Filings include accounting requests from Dominion Energy Services, exempt wholesale generator self-certifications from KES Yona Solar LLC, and numerous tariff amendments from PJM Interconnection, Southwest Power Pool, Pacific Gas and Electric, and other utilities. Comment dates range from April 6 to April 17, 2026.

NYSE Proprietary Market Data Fees Amendment

The SEC published NYSE's proposed rule change to amend proprietary market data fees under Release No. 34-105118 and File No. SR-NYSE-2026-15. The filing proposes modifications to the fee schedule for NYSE market data products. This affects broker-dealers, investment advisers, and other market participants who subscribe to or distribute NYSE proprietary market data.

Order Regarding Collateral Broker-Dealers May Pledge When Borrowing Customer Securities

The SEC issued an order establishing requirements for the collateral broker-dealers may pledge when borrowing customer securities. Release No. 34-105108 establishes permissible collateral types and conditions for securities borrowing arrangements. Broker-dealers engaging in customer securities borrowing must comply with the new collateral pledge requirements effective upon issuance.

NYSE American Short Term Options Series Program Amendment

The SEC published NYSE American's proposed rule change to amend the Short Term Options Series Program under Release No. 34-105111 and File No. SR-NYSEAMER-2026-26. The amendment modifies the list of securities eligible for short-term options listings and related Series 5 governing procedures. This SRO rule change was filed and made immediately effective on April 2, 2026.

Nasdaq Co-Location Fee Establishment

The SEC published notice that Nasdaq filed SR-NASDAQ-2026-021 to establish fees for its expanded co-location services. The filing was made effective immediately under Release No. 34-105112. Trading firms using or considering Nasdaq co-location should review the new fee structure.

Cboe BZX Bitcoin ETF Rule Change

SEC published notice of Cboe BZX Exchange's proposed rule change to amend the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (Release No. 34-105120, File No. SR-CboeBZX-2026-020). The exchange filed under Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act with immediate effectiveness. This affects investors, broker-dealers, and market participants involved with Bitcoin ETFs.