🌿Regulatory Findings on Five Species Not Warranted for Listing
We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), announce findings that five species are not warranted for listing as endangered or threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). After a thorough review of the best available scientific and commercial data available, we find that it is not warranted at this time to list the Jackson Prairie crayfish (Procambarus barbiger), Ozark shiner (Notropis ozarcanus), speckled burrowing crayfish (Creaserinus danielae), spiny scale crayfish (Cambarus jezerinaci), and spotted turtle (Clemmys guttata). However, we ask the public to submit to us at any time any new information relevant to the status of any of the species mentioned above or their habitats.
Learn More💰Changes to Federal Coal Royalty Rates Effective 2025
This direct final rule (DFR) revises existing Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regulations pertaining to coal royalties to effectuate changes required by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) enacted on July 4, 2025.
Learn More⚒️BLM Rescinds Mining Regulations
This direct final rule rescinds a portion of the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) regulations that address Mining Claims Under the General Mining Laws--Surface Management--Operations Conducted Under Plans of Operations--Does this subpart apply to my existing or pending plan of operations?
Learn More⚖️Notification of Disciplinary Appeals Board Panel by Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Health-Care Personnel Act of 1991 (hereinafter "Act"), Public Law 102-40, revised the disciplinary grievance and appeal procedures for employees appointed under Federal law. It also required the periodic designation of VA employees who are qualified to serve on the Disciplinary Appeals Board. These employees constitute the Disciplinary Appeals Board Panel from which board members in a case are appointed. This notice announces that the roster of employees on the panel is available for review and comment. Employees, employee organizations, and other interested parties shall be provided, upon request and without charge, the list of the employees on the panel, and they may submit comments concerning the suitability of any employee on the panel list.
Learn More⚖️Executive Order on Immigration and Sanctuary Jurisdictions
Executive Order 14287 addresses the enforcement of federal immigration laws and the designation of sanctuary jurisdictions that obstruct these laws. It mandates federal departments to take action against these jurisdictions, including potential financial consequences and legal remedies to ensure compliance with U.S. laws.
Learn More🗳️Executive Order on Election Integrity and Its Business Impact
Executive Order 14248 focuses on preserving the integrity of American elections by enforcing stricter voter registration requirements and enhancing the security of voting systems. It mandates that state compliance with federal election laws is monitored closely, ensuring fair and honest elections that boost public trust and discourage foreign interference.
Learn More🏥Update on Unaccompanied Children Program's Foundational Rule
ORR is amending a regulation so that it comports with the express language of the governing legislation. That regulation relates to key aspects of the placement, care, and services provided to unaccompanied alien children (UACs) referred to ORR, pursuant to ORR's responsibilities for coordinating and implementing the care and placement of UACs who are in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status under the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (HSA) and the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (TVPRA).
Learn More📜FCC Notice on IPCS Reporting Requirements for Compliance
As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection. Comments are requested concerning: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Commission, including whether the information shall have practical utility; the accuracy of the Commission's burden estimate; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology; and ways to further reduce the information collection burden on small business concerns with fewer than 25 employees.
Learn More📜Reinstatement of Interstate Commerce Regulations Under 5 CFR Chapter XL
The regulatory text reinstates Chapter XL of Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, originally governing Interstate Commerce Commission regulations. Despite the commission's abolition in 1995, regulations remain enforceable under the Surface Transportation Board due to a savings provision in federal law. The reinstatement is effective December 26, 2024, correcting an earlier error in removal.
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