Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The FDIC, OCC, and Federal Reserve System have issued a joint notice requesting public comment on proposed agency information collection activities. The comment period for this request is open for 60 days, closing on May 26, 2026.

Regulatory Capital Rules and Standardized Approach for Risk-Weighted Assets

The FDIC, OCC, and Federal Reserve have issued a proposed rule concerning regulatory capital rules and the standardized approach for risk-weighted assets. This proposal is open for public comment until June 18, 2026.

Kelly v. Kobach - Quo Warranto Action Dismissed

The Kansas Supreme Court dismissed Governor Laura Kelly's quo warranto petition against Attorney General Kris Kobach. The court found that while it has original discretionary jurisdiction in such matters, this specific case did not meet the criteria for exercising that jurisdiction, leading to the dismissal of the Governor's challenge to the Attorney General's authority.

DOL Proposes Wage Rule Changes for Foreign Nationals

The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has proposed revisions to regulations governing prevailing wages for foreign nationals seeking employment in the U.S. via the PERM, H-1B, H-1B1, or E-3 visa programs. The proposed changes aim to better align wage levels with U.S. worker wages and strengthen program integrity.

Tax Time Guide: Resolve Tax Issues, File Early, Manage Payments

The IRS has issued a Tax Time Guide to help taxpayers resolve tax issues and stay on track. The guide outlines steps for preparing and filing returns, making payments (even partial ones), setting up payment plans, responding to notices, and utilizing online tools to manage tax matters efficiently.

Council Forward Look: March 30 - April 12, 2026

The EU Council has published its forward look for upcoming meetings between March 30 and April 12, 2026. Key topics include agriculture, food, trade, and the energy transition in fisheries and aquaculture.

Media Advisory: Agriculture and Fisheries Council Meeting

The Council of the European Union has issued a media advisory for the upcoming Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting on March 30, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on the energy transition in fisheries, the crisis in the sector, agricultural visions, and trade matters.

Eurogroup Meeting Remarks on Middle East Impact

The Eurogroup met on March 27, 2026, to discuss the economic impact of the Middle East crisis on Europe, focusing on energy markets, inflation, and growth risks. Remarks emphasized Europe's improved preparedness and the need for targeted, temporary fiscal measures, while reaffirming commitment to energy transition and investment.

Wisconsin DNR Seeks Volunteers for Frog and Toad Surveys

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers for its annual Frog and Toad Survey. This long-running community-based survey helps track population trends of 12 frog and toad species across the state. Volunteers can participate in traditional surveys, mink frog surveys, or phenology surveys.

CMS Seeks Public Comment on Information Collection Activities

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking public comment on its intention to collect information from the public, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act. This notice provides an opportunity for comment on the necessity, utility, and burden estimates of proposed information collections, including a revision for the Social Security Office (SSO) Report of State Buy-in Problems.