Rule: Prohibited Service at Savings and Loan Holding Companies

The Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) has issued a final rule amending its regulations concerning prohibited service at savings and loan holding companies (SLHCs). This rule reinstitutes a temporary exemption for individuals who held positions with an SLHC as of the enactment of Section 19(e) of the FDIA, extending its expiration date to December 31, 2012.

Community Reinvestment Act Regulations: Technical Amendment to Asset Thresholds

The OCC, Board, FDIC, and OTS jointly issued a technical amendment to their Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) regulations. This amendment adjusts the asset-size thresholds used to define 'small bank' and 'intermediate small bank' based on the annual percentage change in the Consumer Price Index.

OTS Proposed Rule on Basel II Capital Standards

The Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) has proposed amendments to its advanced risk-based capital adequacy standards to align with the Dodd-Frank Act. The proposal also seeks to provide limited flexibility in general risk-based capital rules for certain assets not typically held by depository institutions.

IPEC Proposed Rule on Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act

The Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) is proposing new regulations to implement the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act. The proposed rule outlines procedures for making FOIA requests and details IPEC's Privacy Act policies and procedures for accessing and amending records.

IPEC Final Rule on Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act

The Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) has issued its final rule implementing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act. This rule details how to submit FOIA requests to IPEC, how IPEC processes them, and outlines IPEC's Privacy Act policies and procedures for accessing and amending records.

IPEC Correction to FOIA Privacy Act Rule

The Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) has issued a correction to a previously published rule concerning FOIA and Privacy Act provisions. This correction amends specific text related to the issuance and chapter heading within title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Rural Housing Service Document Details

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) has published document details for a filing on regulations.gov. This notice provides access to specific regulatory information managed by the RHS. Interested parties can review the details via the provided URL.

RHS proposes Applicant Reference Letter collection for public comment

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) is requesting public comments on a proposed revision to an existing information collection, Form RD 410-8, 'Applicant Reference Letter'. The comment period closes on March 30, 2026.

FY 2026 Strategic Economic and Community Development Program Funding Opportunities

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) is announcing funding opportunities for the FY 2026 Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) Program. This notice outlines the requirements for applying for reserved loan and grant funds from various RHS programs to support multi-jurisdictional community investment plans.

Rural Housing Service Rescinds Eviction Notification Rules

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) is rescinding its previous notification rules regarding evictions for multi-family housing. This action removes specific requirements previously imposed on property owners concerning tenant eviction notices.