Rescinding Obsolete Language in Federal Reclamation Requirements

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) confirms the effective date of March 30, 2026, for a direct final rule rescinding obsolete language in 30 CFR Part 874. The rule removes requirements for compliance with prior balance replacement fund regulations—unappropriated funds from Treasury's General Fund replacing State or Tribal share funds allocated before October 1, 2007. OSMRE received four comments during the comment period, determined none were significant adverse comments, and confirms the rule proceeds as final.

USGS Requests Public Reports of Alaska Bird Beak Deformities

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking public comment on renewing an information collection (OMB Control No. 1028-0116) to gather observation reports of birds with beak deformities from Alaska and other North American regions. The notice invites the public and Federal agencies to comment on the collection's necessity, accuracy, and burden estimates. Comments are due June 1, 2026.

Aviastar-TU Export Privileges Denial Renewed

The Bureau of Industry and Security renewed for the sixth time a Temporary Denial Order against Aviastar-TU, a Moscow-based aviation company, continuing the denial of its U.S. export privileges. The TDO, originally issued April 21, 2022, has been repeatedly renewed due to ongoing and continuous apparent violations of the Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 766.24). The order prevents any U.S. persons from participating in export transactions with the respondent.

NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I Information Collection Request

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted information collection requirements to OMB for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I, Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Phase I, and Fast-Track Pilot Pre-Submission Project Pitch Form (OMB Control No. 3145-0282). This second notice invites public comments within 30 days. NSF is forwarding the submission to OMB simultaneously with publication.

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice - National Science Board Committee

The National Science Foundation published a Sunshine Act meeting notice announcing a closed teleconference of the National Science Board's Committee on Strategy on April 3, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern. The meeting will address National Science Board business including Chair's Opening Remarks and Committee discussion of the NSF FY28 budget. The meeting will be conducted via videoconference from NSF headquarters in Alexandria, VA.

Notice of Closed Meetings for Grant Application Reviews

The NIH Center for Scientific Review published a Federal Register notice announcing five closed meetings scheduled for April 20-24, 2026, pursuant to section 1009 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The meetings will review grant applications including the MIST (U01) program, Health Services Career Development Awards, and various biomedical research topics. Meetings are closed under Government in the Sunshine Act exemptions to protect confidential trade secrets and personal privacy.

NIH Center for Scientific Review closed meetings, 31st Mar

NIH Center for Scientific Review closed meetings, 31st Mar

NYSE ARCA Rule Filing SR-NYSEARCA-2026-35

SR-NYSEARCA-2026-35.pdf

MSCI Options Rule Filing for Reduced Value Indices

NYSE American filed SR-NYSEAMER-2026-28 to amend listing standards for reduced value indices related to MSCI options. The proposed rule change involves modifications to license agreements with MSCI and updates to NYSE American Rules governing index options, including Sections 903, 904, and related provisions. The filing references Exchange Act Section 19(b) and includes Exhibit 1 summarizing the rule change.

Medical Expenditure Panel Survey Household Component Comment Request

AHRQ published a 30-day comment request notice for the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) Household Component (OMB No. 0935-0118). The survey collects data on health services usage, costs, and insurance coverage. Comments must be submitted by April 30, 2026.