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Security Zone; Patapsco River, Baltimore, MD

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone for certain navigable waters of the Patapsco River. The security zone is needed to protect persons, including those under the protection of the United States Secret Service (USSS), and property from terrorist acts and incidents and to prevent terrorist acts or incidents during a high- ranking public official visit. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Maryland-National Capital Region or a designated representative.

Oct 6, 2026 · 1 min read

Safety Zone; Red Bull Flugtag, Intercoastal Waterway, Biscayne Bay, Miami, FL

The Coast Guard is proposing to establish a temporary safety zone for certain navigable waters on the Intercoastal Waterway portion of Biscayne Bay in Miami, FL. The safety zone is needed to protect spectators, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with event proceedings. This proposed rulemaking would prohibit persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Miami. We invite your comments on this proposed rulemaking.

Oct 6, 2026 · 1 min read

Eliminating Obsolete Regulations Related to the 911 Grant Program

In this action, NTIA and NHTSA are removing regulations related to the 911 Grant Program because the program is no longer active and there have been no new appropriations to revive or extend it. This removal is intended to eliminate obsolete regulatory language, ensure that the Code of Federal Regulations is accurate and up-to-date, and minimize the risk of confusion regarding the availability of grant funds.

Oct 6, 2026 · 1 min read

Agency Information Collection Activities; Court-Ordered Refunds Under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act Worksheet

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). The information collection is published in the Federal Register to obtain comments from the public and affected agencies.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Notice To Reestablish the Transit Advisory Committee for Safety Charter

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the reestablishment of the charter of the Transit Advisory Committee for Safety (TRACS). The previous TRACS charter expired on February 2, 2026. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and FTA are committed to ensuring the safety of the Nation's public transportation systems and reducing safety risks to both riders and transit workers. Accordingly, the Secretary of Transportation (Secretary) has determined that reestablishing TRACS is necessary and in the public interest.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Potential Designations of the Investment Banking Representative License (Series 79) and the Research Analyst License (Series 86 and Series 87) as Qualifying Natural Persons for Accredited Investor Status

Notice is given that the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") is considering whether to issue an order designating the Investment Banking Representative license (Series 79) and the Research Analyst license (Series 86 and Series 87) as each independently qualifying natural persons for accredited investor status.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Potential Designation of Passage of an Accredited Investor Exam To Be Developed by FINRA as Qualifying Natural Persons for Accredited Investor Status

Notice is given that the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") is considering whether to issue an order designating passage of an accredited investor exam (the "Exam") to be developed by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. ("FINRA") as qualifying natural persons for accredited investor status.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation; GSAR Implementation of Executive Order 14275, Acquisition of Utility Services

GSA is proposing to amend the General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) part 541 which outlines procedures and guidance for the procurement of utility services. GSA guidance does not apply to agencies using their special authorities listed in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) section 41.103(a)(2) and (3). This proposed rule would align the GSAR with the FAR Council's proposed rule for FAR part 41.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Special Local Regulation; Allegheny River Mile Marker 20.5-21, Creighton, PA

The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary special local regulation (SLR) on the waters of the Allegheny River from mile marker 20.5 to mile marker 21 in Creighton, PA. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters from potential hazards during a paddle boat race on October 10, 2026. This regulation prohibits persons and vessels from entering the regulated area unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port Pittsburgh or their designated representative.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Clarification to the Applicability of Emergency Exemptions; Response to Petitions for Reconsideration

FMCSA amends its emergency declaration regulations to revise from 14 days to 30 days the length of the relief automatically triggered subsequent to a regional declaration of emergency by a Governor of a State, the Governor's authorized representative, or FMCSA. This action is in response to several petitions for reconsideration received after publication of a final rule in October 2023.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of America, and South Atlantic; Puerto Rico Fishery Management Plan; Amendment 4

NMFS issues regulations to implement Amendment 4 to the Puerto Rico Fishery Management Plan (Puerto Rico FMP), as prepared and submitted by the Caribbean Fishery Management Council (Council). This final rule reclassifies the rainbow runner from a reef fish to a pelagic fish under the Puerto Rico FMP and implements management measures for rainbow runner based on the pelagic fish classification, including sector annual catch targets (ACTs) and accountability measures (AMs). The existing sector-specific annual catch limits (ACLs) for rainbow runner will be retained after the reclassification. The purpose of this final rule and Amendment 4 is to ensure that rainbow runner is managed consistent with its life history characteristics, fishing patterns, and with the Council's management of other pelagic species.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Proposal Review Committee Name Changes

This notice announces amendments by the National Science Foundation (NSF) of the names for eight of its proposal review committees (listing follows) due to a recent reorganization at NSF.

Oct 3, 2026 · 1 min read