Federal regulations

FAA special conditions require Xtreme Avionics and Airbus Model 212 Series airplanes to meet additional safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion battery backup power systems in GI 275 Standby Displays.

Coast Guard establishes temporary safety zone on Delaware River in Camden, NJ for clay shoot aboard Battleship New Jersey on May 7, 2026 (rain date May 11, 2026); vessel and personnel entry prohibited without Captain of the Port authorization.

Coast Guard designates temporary safety zone at The Wharf in Washington, DC for fireworks display; vessel entry prohibited without authorization from Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region.

NMFS proposes Amendment 58B to update catch limits, recreational annual catch limits, and sector allocations for deep-water grouper in the Gulf of Mexico fishery based on current scientific data.

The ATF proposes amending NFA firearm marking regulations to allow manufacturers to adopt certain existing markings for compliance with federal requirements.

ATF proposes clarifying that travelers retaining direct control of firearms or ammunition while aboard common or contract carriers do not constitute "delivery" under the Gun Control Act of 1968.

ATF proposes clarifying which state firearms permits qualify as alternatives to National Instant Criminal Background Check System requirements under the Gun Control Act of 1968.

The ATF amends firearms licensee transfer regulations to permit federal firearms licensees to verify transferee licenses through the free ATF eZ Check system instead of obtaining certified copies, effective immediately.

ATF proposes streamlined procedures for transferring machine guns between qualified firearms licensees for government demonstrations or business discontinuations under Gun Control Act authority.

The ATF proposes to remove stabilizing-brace factoring criteria from rifle definitions after courts struck down the 2023 rule for violating the Administrative Procedure Act.

The ATF proposes amending regulations to require individuals completing firearms and explosives forms to select their biological sex in response to sex-identification questions.

Federal contractors must comment on new compliance reporting requirements under Executive Order 14398 addressing diversity and inclusion practices; comments due to OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA per Paperwork Reduction Act procedures.

Coast Guard enforces safety zones for Fourth of July fireworks displays in the Captain of the Port Duluth Zone on July 4, 2026; vessel operators must comply with Patrol Commander directions during enforcement periods.

National Park Service solicits comments on properties nominated before April 11, 2026, for National Register of Historic Places listing or related actions.

National Park Service solicits comments on properties nominated before April 18, 2026, for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.