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Set up alertsState Department · Proposed Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Review of the U.S. Munitions List and Related Definitions and License Exemptions
The Department of State (the Department) proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to ensure that the U.S. Munitions List (USML) focuses ITAR controls on the most sensitive technologies, to improve regulatory transparency and clarity, and to reduce regulatory burdens. The revisions proposed in this rule would remove certain items from the USML, update definitions and standardize the regulatory text, and add a new exemption to the licensing requirements of the ITAR. The Department also requests public comments to further refine ITAR controls.
Open for comment: closes Nov 30, 2026 (60 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
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State Department · Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Syria Country Policy Revision
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove Syria from the list of countries subject to a policy of denial for licenses and other approvals.
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Industry Day, Aviation Spectrum Interference Detection Solution
The FAA is hosting an Industry Engagement Event for a Spectrum Interference Detection Solution October 13-15, 2026. The FAA will use the information from vendor responses during event registration to assist in determining any future phases of market investigation and engagement. The FAA does not commit to an acquisition with this notice.
Open for comment: closes Oct 2, 2026 (1 day) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
National Aeronautics and Space Administration · Notice · Details for Name of Information Collection: NASA Small Business Supplier Development Program (Formerly Known as the NASA Mentor-Protégé Program)
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections.
Open for comment: closes Oct 29, 2026 (28 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
Federal Communications Commission · Notice · Details for Sunshine Act; Open Commission Meeting Wednesday, September 30, 2026
The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to overhaul the Commission's outdated National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) rules. These reforms will clarify the scope of Commission actions subject to environmental review and streamline and expedite the review process to ensure NEPA serves as a tool for informed decision- making rather than a barrier to investment, innovation, and connectivity. 2.................. Space................. Title: Satellite Spectrum Abundance (SB Docket No. 25-180); Spectrum Abundance for Weird Space Stuff (SB Docket No. 26- 54); Expanding Use of the 12.7-13.25 GHz Band for Mobile Broadband or Other Expanded Use (GN Docket No. 22-352); Shared Use of the 42-42.5 GHz Band (WT Docket No. 23-158); Use of Spectrum Bands Above 24 GHz for Mobile Radio Services (GN Docket No. 14- 177). Summary: The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Order of Proposed Modification and two Further Notices of Proposed Rulemaking that would increase the amount of spectrum available in order to support innovation in the American space economy. The Order would unlock more than 1,000 megahertz of spectrum in the 12.7 GHz and 42 GHz bands to provide greater capacity for satellite broadband to the home or for in-flight connectivity and the like. One FNPRM would seek comment on unlocking an additional 1,175 megahertz of spectrum in the Ku- and Ka-bands and 138.25 gigahertz in the D-band for more intensive use by satellite communications. The other FNPRM would seek comment on three new bands across thousands of megahertz that might be able to be used to control spacecraft or to provide data communications in support of emergent space activities, such as in- space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing. 3.................. Office of Engineering Title: Unleashing the Power and Technology. of Unlicensed UWB Devices (ET Docket No. 26-245). Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would modernize the rules for unlicensed Ultra- Wideband (UWB) devices. UWB devices operate under part 15 of the Commission's rules and support a wide variety of applications, including automobile sensors, door locks, ground- and wall- penetrating radars, and location tracking for NFL players during games. The NPRM would modernize the UWB rules by updating definitions, measurement procedures, technical parameters, and outdated restrictions, while removing unnecessary coordination requirements. The NPRM would also create a new UWB device category for emerging applications like AI-enabled sensing and overall seek to future- proof UWB regulations for the next wave of innovation while maintaining protections for incumbent services. 4.................. Public Safety and Title: Modernizing the 911 Homeland Security. Framework (PS Docket No. 26-197). Summary: The Commission will consider a Notice of Inquiry exploring modernization of the 911 framework to ensure the public can continue to effectively and reliably access emergency services in this era of rapid technological change. 5.................. Consumer and Title: Enhancing the Governmental Affairs. Ability of Consumers to Control Which Calls That They Wish to Receive (CG Docket No. 02-278). Summary: The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking modernizing its Telephone Consumer Protection Act rules to ensure that consumers have easily accessible ways to opt-out of robocalls while streamlining callers' ability to process consent revocation requests. ------------------------------------------------------------------------
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Office of Commercial Space Transportation; Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) and Open a Public Scoping Period for the SpaceX Starship-Super Heavy Operations at Space Launch Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Cape Canaveral, Florida
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), FAA Order 1050.1G, FAA National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures, and Department of War (DoW) and Department of the Air Force (DAF) NEPA Implementing Procedures, FAA is announcing its intent to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) concerning Space Exploration Technologies Corp.'s (SpaceX) proposal obtain a modification to their existing vehicle operator license from the FAA to authorize commercial Starship-Super Heavy operations at Space Launch Complex 37 (SLC-37) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). This SEIS supports FAA's adoption of the Final Environmental Impact Statement for the SpaceX Starship-Super Heavy Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (2025 DAF EIS), EIS Identification Number: EISX-007-057-USF-1730277197. The proposed operations would include up to 76 Starship-Super Heavy launches and up to 152 landings per year (up to 76 Super Heavy Booster and up to 76 Starship vehicle landings), including return-to-launch-site (RTLS) and ocean landings. FAA is requesting comments concerning the scope and content of the SEIS. A Draft SEIS will be released for public review and comment later.
Commerce Department · Notice · Details for URAL Airlines JSC, Utrenniy Lane 1-g, Yekaterinburg, Russia 620025; Order Renewing Temporary Denial of Export Privileges
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5172)
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5172)
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Notice of Availability, Notice of Public Comment Period, Notice of Virtual Public Meeting, and Request for Comment on the Draft Environmental Assessment for Blue Origin New Glenn Cadence Increase at Space Launch Complex 36A, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), DOT Order 5610.1D, DOT's Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts, and FAA Order 1050.1G, FAA National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures, the FAA is announcing the availability of and requesting comment on the Draft Environmental Assessment Blue Origin New Glenn Cadence Increase at Space Launch Complex 36A, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida (Draft EA).
Transportation Department · Proposed Rule · Details for Establishment, Modification, and Revocation of Class E Airspace; Alaska, AK
This action supplements a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) published by the FAA in the Federal Register on June 17, 2025, which proposed to establish Class E domestic en route airspace (Class E6) within a designated landmass and within 12 miles from a designated shoreline associated with the state of Alaska to facilitate the vectoring of instrument flight rules (IFR) aircraft on direct routes where the current en route structure is insufficient or improper within the proposed airspace areas. As revised in this SNPRM, the FAA now proposes to establish five discrete areas of Class E domestic en route airspace over the state. Due to redundancy, the NPRM also proposed to remove two Class E6 airspace areas and modify 101 Class E airspace areas extending upward from at least 700 feet or more above the surface of the earth (Class E5) to remove any portion extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface. This SNPRM continues to propose these actions, but also now proposes to remove two Class E airspace areas extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface, revoke a duplicate Class E5 airspace legal description, and redefine airspace areas from a "Point of Origin" instead of using their respective airport reference points. Finally, both the NPRM and this SNPRM propose administrative amendments to the legal descriptions of 101 Class E5 airspace areas that would correct or update nomenclature as needed. This action would support IFR operations while enhancing the safety and management of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System (NAS).
Open for comment: closes Nov 12, 2026 (42 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Notice of Availability on the Finding of No Significant Impact and Record of Decision for Relativity Terran R Launch Program, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), DOT Order 5610.1D, DOT's Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts, and FAA Order 1050.1G, FAA National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures, FAA is announcing the availability of its Finding of No Significant Impact and Record of Decision (FONSI/ROD) for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) 2024 Final Supplemental Environmental Assessment for the Terran R Space Launch Program, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (2024 Final SEA).
National Aeronautics and Space Administration · Notice · Details for Implementation of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act and Adjustment of Amounts for 2025-Continuation
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is notifying the public that its civil monetary penalty amounts will not increase for the 2026 calendar year. NASA is required by statute to amend its regulations annually to make inflation adjustments to civil monetary penalties it assesses or enforces. In accordance with guidance from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), NASA will continue to use the 2025 civil monetary penalty levels because there is no cost-of-living adjustment for 2026.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10550: Nutrition Continuity for Military Families Act of 2026
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10598: Improving Rural Transportation Act
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 4467: Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act
Latest action: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 5495: Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act of 2026
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 3404: Satellite Cybersecurity Act of 2025
Latest action: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 1962: Secure Space Act of 2026
Latest action: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Commerce Department · Rule · Details for Measures To Restrict Stockpiling of Polysilicon and Polysilicon Derivatives Under Proclamation 11052
On August 6, 2026, the President issued Proclamation 11052, "Adjusting Imports of Polysilicon and Its Derivatives Into the United States" (Proclamation 11052), ordering the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) to take action to restrict imports by a company if he determines the company is stockpiling polysilicon or polysilicon derivatives (Polysilicon Products) in advance of import adjustments that will be effective on December 4, 2026. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), in this temporary final rule (TFR), announces the criteria and process it will use to monitor existing companies for evidence of stockpiling, limit a newly established importer's ability to stockpile, and subject companies that are stockpiling to an import prohibition if necessary. This TFR also establishes the process for such companies to obtain a waiver from any import prohibitions imposed pursuant to this rule, and imposes certain import limitations on new importers that register with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on or after August 6, 2026.
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10574: American Leadership in Fusion Act
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 3404: Satellite Cybersecurity Act of 2025
Latest action: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 1962: Secure Space Act of 2026
Latest action: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.
Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.
State Department · Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Clarifying Policies of Denial, Updating the Major Non-NATO Ally List, and Minor Corrections; Corrections
On September 18, 2026, the Department of State revised the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to clarify certain policy-of-denial provisions, update country policies for Ethiopia and Somalia, add Saudi Arabia and Peru to the list of major non-NATO allies, and make other miscellaneous corrections. That document included incorrect amendatory instructions resulting in the inadvertent removal of regulatory text. This document corrects the final regulations.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 4467: Vicksburg National Military Park Boundary Modification Act
Latest action: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882)
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882)
U.S. Senate · Details for S. 5445: GRACE for Military Survivors Act
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10515: Artificial Intelligence Education and Workforce Readiness Act of 2026
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10525: Tropospheric Ozone Research Act of 2026
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Defense Department · Notice · Details for President's Military Spouse Commission; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting
The DoD (referred to herein as "Department of War") is publishing this notice to announce that the following Federal Advisory Committee meeting of the President's Military Spouse Commission will take place.
State Department · Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Modification of U.S. Munitions List Category XX(a)
The Department of State (the Department) amends the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove from the U.S. Munitions List (USML) certain uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) and make conforming changes to related controls. The Department also requests comments to assist in further refining ITAR controls on UUVs and to identify possible enhancements to the license exemption for certain UUV-related activities.
State Department · Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Clarifying Policies of Denial, Updating the Major Non-NATO Ally List, and Minor Corrections
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to clarify certain policy-of-denial provisions, update country policies for Ethiopia and Somalia, add Saudi Arabia and Peru to the list of major non-NATO allies, and make other miscellaneous corrections.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration · Notice · Details for Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel; Meeting
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration announces a forthcoming meeting of the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel (ASAP).
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Notice of Availability, Notice of Public Comment Period, and Request for Comment on the Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Reentry Vehicle Operations in the Marine Environment
In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), DOT Order 5610.1D, DOT's Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts, and FAA Order 1050.1G, FAA National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures, FAA is announcing the availability of and requesting comment on the Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Reentry Vehicle Operations in the Marine Environment (Draft PEA). FAA is also requesting comment on proposed new categorical exclusions (CATEXs) as described in and substantiated by the Draft PEA.
Open for comment: closes Oct 19, 2026 (18 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10486: Relief Without Delay Act
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10488: Environmental Health Restoration Act of 2026
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 9086 — Foreign Service Modernization Act
Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Foreign Service Modernization Act This bill requires or authorizes certain actions related to U.S. Foreign Service (FS) management and operations, including an increased focus on expeditionary diplomacy (a concept that emphasizes diplomats conducting direct diplomacy in high-risk environments outside of the embassy), expanded hiring pathways, and additional training requirements. For example, the bill requires the Department of State to establish a team to develop a plan to improve the capability and willingness of FS members and leaders to engage in expeditionary diplomacy; a program to recruit qualified veterans and separating military personnel into the FS, including by integrating FS recruitment into military transition programs; and a Diplomatic Reserve Corps pilot program to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a trained reserve cadre providing a surge workforce to support foreign affairs contingencies. Additionally, the State Department is authorized to establish a structured training framework that is integrated into normal career progression with protected training periods (similar to the Armed Forces' professional military education model). The bill specifies that FS members must successfully complete specified leadership and management training prior to assuming leadership assignments; who participate in approved external training, education, or details shall have certain employment protections (such as eligibility for promotions and pay increases on the same basis as those not on such assignments); and who undergo full-time, department-funded language training for more than six months must serve at least three consecutive tours in positions requiring proficiency in that language, with assignments beginning immediately after such language training.
Commerce Department · Notice · Details for PJSC Aeroflot, 1 Arbat St., 119019, Moscow, Russia; Order Renewing Temporary Denial of Export Privileges
Commerce Department · Notice · Details for Azur Air, Office 29, Vzletnaya St. 57, Krasnoyarsk, Russia 660020; Order Renewing Temporary Denial of Export Privileges
Commerce Department · Notice · Details for UTair Aviation JSC, Khanty-Mansiysk Airport, Tyumen Region, Russia 628012; Order Renewing Temporary Denial of Export Privileges
U.S. House · Details for H.Res. 1562 — Expressing support for "Military Sexual Trauma Awareness Day".
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10421: Transforming Education for the Future Act
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Oversight and Government Reform, Science, Space, and Technology, Armed Services, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Oversight and Government Reform, Science, Space, and Technology, Armed Services, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
State Department · Rule · Details for International Traffic in Arms Regulations: Modification of Civil Aircraft To Incorporate Aircraft Survivability Equipment
The Department of State (the Department) is correcting an interim final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on August 28, 2026. The document contained an error in Amendatory Instruction 2. This correction clarifies the Department's intent.
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 9723 — Fit Future Act
Latest action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Fit Future Act This bill provides statutory authority for the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, a federal advisory committee that provides recommendations on school-based physical education and promoting good nutrition and fitness. The council was most recently reestablished by Executive Order 14327 on July 31, 2025. Under the bill, the council must recommend fitness goals for youth; strategies for promoting school programs that reward excellence in physical education; and campaigns that elevate U.S. sports, military readiness, and health traditions. The council must also recommend strategies for reestablishing the Presidential Fitness Test, which provides age- and gender-based benchmarks for specified exercises. These requirements are consistent with the executive order. The bill specifies that the Department of Health and Human Services must provide funding and administrative and technical support to the council. The council may also receive funds from the National Fitness Foundation.
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Transportation Department · Notice · Details for Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Volatus Aerospace US Corp
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Open for comment: closes Oct 6, 2026 (5 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 9086 — Foreign Service Modernization Act
Latest action: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Foreign Service Modernization Act This bill requires or authorizes certain actions related to U.S. Foreign Service (FS) management and operations, including an increased focus on expeditionary diplomacy (a concept that emphasizes diplomats conducting direct diplomacy in high-risk environments outside of the embassy), expanded hiring pathways, and additional training requirements. For example, the bill requires the Department of State to establish a team to develop a plan to improve the capability and willingness of FS members and leaders to engage in expeditionary diplomacy; a program to recruit qualified veterans and separating military personnel into the FS, including by integrating FS recruitment into military transition programs; and a Diplomatic Reserve Corps pilot program to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a trained reserve cadre providing a surge workforce to support foreign affairs contingencies. Additionally, the State Department is authorized to establish a structured training framework that is integrated into normal career progression with protected training periods (similar to the Armed Forces' professional military education model). The bill specifies that FS members must successfully complete specified leadership and management training prior to assuming leadership assignments; who participate in approved external training, education, or details shall have certain employment protections (such as eligibility for promotions and pay increases on the same basis as those not on such assignments); and who undergo full-time, department-funded language training for more than six months must serve at least three consecutive tours in positions requiring proficiency in that language, with assignments beginning immediately after such language training.
Latest action: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10424 — Equity in Research Act
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
U.S. House · Details for H.R. 10430: STARS Act of 2026
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Transportation Department · Proposed Rule · Details for Modification of Class D and Class E Airspace Areas; Roberts Field/Redmond Municipal Airport, Redmond, OR
This action proposes to modify the Class D and Class E airspace area designated as a surface area, modify the Class E airspace area designated as an extension to a Class D or Class E surface area, and modify the Class E airspace area extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Roberts Field/Redmond Municipal Airport, Redmond, OR. This action would support the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at the airport.
Open for comment: closes Oct 30, 2026 (29 days) · Submit a comment (opens in new tab)