FCC Rules on Unlicensed Use of the 6 GHz Band and Mid-Band Spectrum

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has finalized rules regarding the unlicensed use of the 6 GHz band and expanding flexible use in mid-band spectrum between 3.7 and 24 GHz. These rules, published on February 25, 2026, aim to increase spectrum availability for wireless technologies.

FCC Seeks Comment on FM Translator Application Limit

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on a proposed application limit for new NCE reserved band FM translator stations. The comment period closes on March 23, 2026.

Appellate Procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals

The Executive Office for Immigration Review has issued an interim rule streamlining appellate procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals. This rule, effective March 9, 2026, aims to improve efficiency in the immigration court system. Public comments are being accepted.

Privacy Act Implementation for Immigration Records

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review is finalizing a rule to exempt certain immigration adjudication records from Privacy Act provisions. These exemptions are necessary to protect classified information and law enforcement sensitive materials. The rule takes effect on March 16, 2026.

CFPB Proposes Changes to Equal Credit Opportunity Act Regulation B

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a correction to a proposed rule concerning the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (Regulation B). This proposed rule, published on February 25, 2026, aims to amend existing regulations related to credit discrimination. The document provides a correction to a previous publication from November 13, 2025.

Comptroller of the Currency Proposed Rule: Bank Appeals Process

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a proposed rule to establish a formal bank appeals process. The public comment period for this proposed rule closes on April 20, 2026.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 Commencement Regulations

The UK Treasury has issued regulations bringing into force specific provisions of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2023. These regulations, effective January 1, 2027, revoke certain definitions within the EU's Capital Requirements Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 575/2013). This action is part of the UK's post-Brexit financial regulatory framework.

Financial Services Act Exemption Amendment Order 2026

The UK Treasury has issued the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Exemption) (Amendment) Order 2026, effective March 27, 2026. This order amends the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Exemption) Order 2001 by adding several entities, including British Business Bank plc and its subsidiaries, to the list of persons exempt from regulated activities.

Northern Ireland Workers' Compensation Payment Regulations Amended

The Department for Communities in Northern Ireland has amended the Pneumoconiosis, etc., (Workers’ Compensation) (Payment of Claims) Regulations. These amendments will come into operation on April 1, 2026, and apply to new claims made on or after that date.

Scotland Introduces Land Tax Relief for Investment Zones

The Scottish Ministers have introduced the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Investment Zones Relief) (Scotland) Order 2026, effective February 26, 2026. This order modifies the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Scotland) Act 2013 to provide relief for transactions related to land in designated investment zones.