Federal regulations

Executive Order 14247 directs the Treasury Department to phase out paper checks for federal disbursements and establish limited exceptions where electronic payments are not feasible.

The OCC, Federal Reserve, and FDIC lower the community bank leverage ratio requirement from 9 percent to 8 percent and extend the grace period for qualifying institutions from two to four consecutive quarters.

The FCC seeks public comment on information collection burdens under the Paperwork Reduction Act, with particular focus on reducing compliance requirements for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees.

The NRC is reviewing Constellation Energy Generation's application to renew the operating license for Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station Unit 1 for an additional 20 years beyond the August 22, 2029 expiration date.

Illinois Administrative Disaster Declaration issued April 23, 2026, for severe storms and flash flooding, enabling state emergency response and potential federal disaster assistance.

Postal Service files negotiated service agreement with the Commission for public comment and administrative review.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission corrects its April 24, 2026 notice regarding Accelerated Decommissioning Partners' Crystal River Unit 3 license termination plan docket identification.

Department of Education seeks OMB approval to extend its existing information collection on independently administered test approvals under student assistance regulations without substantive changes.

The OCC's interim final rule clarifies that national banks may assess non-interest charges and fees, including interchange fees from card operations, even when set by third parties.

HUD delays the effective date of its January 6, 2025, HOME Investment Partnerships Program final rule until publication of an additional final rule clarifying implementation.

USDA increases the assessment rate for oranges and grapefruit grown in Texas's Lower Rio Grande Valley from $0.04 to $0.07 per 7/10-bushel carton effective in the 2025-2026 fiscal period and thereafter.

FAA proposes to remove Class E4 airspace over Boire Field Airport in Nashua, NH and update Class D airspace terminology to comply with current guidance.

EPA publishes February 2026 statements of findings for premanufacture notices, microbial commercial activity notices, and significant new use notices submitted under the Toxic Substances Control Act.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council will meet in person on May 7, 2026, with virtual public access to hear senior leadership remarks, subcommittee reports, public comments summary, and a vote on the draft final report.

Federal Communications Commission invites public comment on information collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act, with focus on reducing burden for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees.