US Federal Register

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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15074/medical-devices-gastroenterology-urology-devices-classification-of-the-non-medicated-topical",
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  "title": "Medical Devices; Gastroenterology-Urology Devices; Classification of the Non-Medicated Topical Formulation for Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction",
  "action": "Final amendment; final order.",
  "topics": [
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  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15074.pdf",
  "abstract": "The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is classifying the non- medicated topical formulation for treatment of erectile dysfunction into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for classification of the non-medicated topical formulation for treatment of erectile dysfunction. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. We believe this action will also enhance patients' access to beneficial innovative devices, in part by reducing regulatory burdens.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46833",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15075/medical-devices-general-hospital-and-personal-use-devices-classification-of-the-active-noise",
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  "title": "Medical Devices; General Hospital and Personal Use Devices; Classification of the Active Noise Attenuation System for Infant Incubators",
  "action": "Final amendment; final order.",
  "topics": [
    "Medical devices"
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  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15075.pdf",
  "abstract": "The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is classifying the active noise attenuation system for infant incubators into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for classification of the active noise attenuation system for infant incubators. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. We believe this action will also enhance patients' access to beneficial innovative devices, in part by reducing regulatory burdens.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46835",
  "end_page": 46836,
  "docket_id": "Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7629",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15080/reducing-barriers-to-medical-use-licensing",
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  "title": "Reducing Barriers to Medical Use Licensing",
  "action": "Proposed rule and guidance; request for comment.",
  "topics": [
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    "Drugs",
    "Health facilities",
    "Health professions",
    "Labeling",
    "Medical devices",
    "Nuclear energy",
    "Nuclear materials",
    "Occupational safety and health",
    "Penalties",
    "Radiation protection",
    "Reporting and recordkeeping requirements"
  ],
  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15080.pdf",
  "abstract": "The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations to reduce barriers to medical use licensing. This proposed rule responds to Executive Order 14300, \"Ordering the Reform of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission,\" which requires the NRC to conduct a review and wholesale revision of its regulations. This proposed rule, if adopted, would reduce overly prescriptive regulations, increase flexibility, and modernize radiation safety practices for the medical use of byproduct material. It also would enable more efficient and predictable licensing for emerging medical technologies and reduce unnecessary burden in training and experience requirements for medical authorized users. The NRC is revising guidance for this proposed rule. This proposed rule also would incorporate minor editorial corrections.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 47042",
  "end_page": 47100,
  "docket_id": "NRC-2025-1237",
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  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "document_number": "2026-15080",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15093/pacific-halibut-fisheries-of-the-west-coast-2026-catch-sharing-plan-inseason-action",
  "kind": "Rule",
  "title": "Pacific Halibut Fisheries of the West Coast; 2026 Catch Sharing Plan; Inseason Action",
  "action": "Temporary rule; inseason adjustment; request for comments.",
  "topics": [],
  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15093.pdf",
  "abstract": "NMFS announces an inseason action for the Pacific halibut recreational fishery in the International Pacific Halibut Commission's (IPHC) regulatory Area 2A. This action adds fishing dates in August and September in the Columbia River and Washington subareas. These actions are intended to provide additional fishing opportunity for anglers in 2026 and are necessary to achieve the overall recreational fishery allocations for Area 2A established in the Pacific Fishery Management Council's (Council) 2026 Pacific Halibut Catch Sharing Plan and the 2026 IPHC regulations.",
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    "Commerce Department",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46866",
  "end_page": 46868,
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  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "primary_agency": "Commerce Department",
  "document_number": "2026-15093",
  "comments_close_on": "2026-08-11T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15112/updating-website-and-contact-information-and-authorizations-for-payments-for-legal-services",
  "kind": "Rule",
  "title": "Updating Website and Contact Information, and Authorizations for Payments for Legal Services",
  "action": "Final rule.",
  "topics": [
    "Administrative practice and procedure",
    "Banks, banking",
    "Blocking of assets",
    "Credit",
    "Foreign trade",
    "Hostages",
    "Penalties",
    "Reporting and recordkeeping requirements",
    "Securities",
    "Services"
  ],
  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15112.pdf",
  "abstract": "The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is adopting a final rule to update website and contact information in certain parts of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Additionally, OFAC is amending one CFR Part to update general licenses authorizing payments for legal services from funds originating outside the United States to replace the reporting requirement in the general license with a recordkeeping requirement and correcting typographical errors in two CFR Parts. OFAC is also updating its regulations to correct an erroneous cross-reference.",
  "agencies": [
    "Treasury Department",
    "Foreign Assets Control Office"
  ],
  "citation": "91 FR 46836",
  "end_page": 46844,
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  "page_length": 9,
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  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "primary_agency": "Treasury Department",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15117/modernizing-package-certification-requirements",
  "kind": "Proposed Rule",
  "title": "Modernizing Package Certification Requirements",
  "action": "Proposed rule; request for comment.",
  "topics": [
    "Hazardous materials transportation",
    "Intergovernmental relations",
    "Nuclear materials",
    "Packaging and containers",
    "Penalties",
    "Radioactive materials",
    "Reporting and recordkeeping requirements"
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  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15117.pdf",
  "abstract": "The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations governing the packaging and transportation of radioactive material. This proposed action is responsive to several executive orders and the NRC's mission to enable the safe and secure use of nuclear materials in an efficient and reliable manner. The proposed amendments would establish voluntary provisions to provide greater flexibility for applicants by introducing risk-informed methodologies for demonstrating safety requirements and by providing an alternative radiation standard for approval of Type B packages for certain exclusive use shipments. The proposed rule would streamline application processes for package approval, remove unnecessary requirements, and clarify existing provisions.",
  "agencies": [
    "Nuclear Regulatory Commission"
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  "citation": "91 FR 46869",
  "end_page": 46881,
  "docket_id": "NRC-2025-1667",
  "start_page": 46869,
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  "effective_on": null,
  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "primary_agency": "Nuclear Regulatory Commission",
  "document_number": "2026-15117",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15120/review-of-submarine-cable-landing-license-rules-and-procedures-to-assess-evolving-national-security",
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  "title": "Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks",
  "action": "Proposed rule.",
  "topics": [],
  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15120.pdf",
  "abstract": "In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Second FNPRM) that seeks to further prevent evolving national security risks associated with submarine line terminal equipment (SLTEs) posed by foreign adversaries. The Second FNPRM seeks comment on the routine conditions that the Commission should consider to improve its oversight of SLTE owners and operators. The Second FNPRM seeks comment on whether the Commission should adopt routine conditions for cable landing licensees that are subject to our current licensing requirement, as amended. With respect to SLTE, the Second FNPRM also seeks comment on whether to consider consistent or differing routine conditions for cable landing licensees that own and/or operate SLTE on their licensed submarine cable, or owns an SLTE and either owns or leases the underlying fiber, capacity, or spectrum, or leases the SLTE and the underlying fiber, capacity, or spectrum to another entity. Finally, the Second FNPRM seeks comment on whether it should adopt any other routine conditions for submarine cable landing licensees, including SLTE owners and operators.",
  "agencies": [
    "Federal Communications Commission"
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  "citation": "91 FR 46888",
  "end_page": 46893,
  "docket_id": "OI Docket No. 24-523, MD Docket No. 24-524",
  "start_page": 46888,
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  "effective_on": "2026-08-26T00:00:00.000Z",
  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "primary_agency": "Federal Communications Commission",
  "document_number": "2026-15120",
  "comments_close_on": "2026-09-25T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15123/review-of-submarine-cable-landing-license-rules-and-procedures-to-assess-evolving-national-security",
  "kind": "Rule",
  "title": "Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks",
  "action": "Final rule.",
  "topics": [
    "Communications",
    "Communications common carriers",
    "Communications equipment",
    "Internet",
    "Reporting and recordkeeping requirements",
    "Security measures",
    "Telecommunications"
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  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15123.pdf",
  "abstract": "In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Second Report and Order that promotes the deployment of submarine cables while strengthening national security interests in connection with their modern capabilities. The Second Report and Order establishes a regulatory regime for licensing owners and/or operators of submarine line terminal equipment (SLTE), including granting a blanket license to certain current and future SLTE owners and/or operators that are not currently a licensee. The Second Report and Order adopts certain routine conditions and outlines reporting requirements for SLTE owners and operators. The Second Report and Order also adopts further national security-related routine conditions and certification requirements. Finally, the Second Report and Order adopts an approach to expedite submarine cable deployment by presumptively exempting applications that meet ten national security standards from Commission referral to the Executive Branch agencies.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46844",
  "end_page": 46866,
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  "published_at": "2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/27/2026-15145/modernizing-reactor-licensing-safety-oversight-and-siting-practices-correction",
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  "title": "Modernizing Reactor Licensing, Safety Oversight, and Siting Practices; Correction",
  "action": "Proposed rule and guidance; request for comment; correction.",
  "topics": [],
  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-27/pdf/2026-15145.pdf",
  "abstract": "The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is correcting a notice published in the Federal Register on July 16, 2026, regarding the modernization of reactor licensing, safety oversight, and siting practices to address sections 5(f), 5(h), and 5(i) of Executive Order 14300, and additional items that contribute to adding additional generation to the electrical grid. This action is necessary to withdraw a guidance document containing outdated and incorrect information.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46869",
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  "url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/24/2026-14983/nondiscrimination-in-federally-assisted-programs-of-the-department-of-defense-effectuation-of-title",
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  "title": "Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of Defense-Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Amendment",
  "action": "Final rule.",
  "topics": [
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    "Civil rights",
    "Equal employment opportunity",
    "Grant programs"
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  "volume": 91,
  "pdf_url": "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-07-24/pdf/2026-14983.pdf",
  "abstract": "This rule amends DoD regulations to eliminate disparate-impact liability. These amendments align DoD's regulations with Title VI and current DoD policy, avoid constitutional concerns, and serve the public interest. By reducing regulatory burden, they also minimize compliance costs and ensure appropriate stewardship of taxpayer dollars. In addition, these revisions conform to Executive Order 14281. Finally, this rule also makes minor technical updates to correct outdated provisions.",
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  "citation": "91 FR 46724",
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