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Recent statements

• First Lady Melania Trump and LSU Establish $7.2 Million Fostering the Future Endowment Fund 2026-11-07 · event: FOSTERING THE FUTURE endowment fund at LSU, Nov 2026

  The White House announces that First Lady Melania Trump and Louisiana State University have established a $7.2 million endowment fund for scholarships for LSU students who experienced foster care, under her FOSTERING THE FUTURE initiative.

• FATF Recognizes Effectiveness of U.S. AML/CFT System, Advances Key Illicit Finance Initiatives 2026-11-06 · event: FATF plenary outcomes, Nov 2026

  The U.S. Treasury describes outcomes of the FATF plenary in Paris, including adoption of U.S. and Mexico evaluation reports, calls on Iran to face countermeasures, and new work on scam centers and digital assets.

• Operation Economic Outcast Sanctions Eight Canadian Money Services Businesses Enabling Iranian Regime 2026-11-06 · event: OFAC designation of eight Canadian money services businesses, 6 Nov 2026

  The U.S. Treasury's OFAC designated eight Canada-based money services businesses under Operation Economic Outcast, which it says enable Iran's government and IRGC to evade sanctions via digital assets, and some of which it says also worked with drug trafficker Ryan Wedding.

• Operation Economic Outcast Severs MEXC Global’s Access to the U.S. Financial System 2026-11-06 · event: FinCEN order severing MEXC Global's access to the US financial system, 6 Nov 2026

  FinCEN, part of the U.S. Treasury, issued an order cutting off the cryptocurrency exchanger MEXC Global's access to the U.S. financial system, citing alleged illicit finance links to Iranian, North Korean and Russian sanctions evasion and cybercrime.

• READOUT: Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent’s Call with China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng 2026-11-06 · event: US-China call between Bessent, Greer and He Lifeng on economic and trade relations, November 2026

  The U.S. Treasury issued a readout of a call between Secretary Scott Bessent, USTR Jameison Greer and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on bilateral economic relations and implementation of the Busan arrangement.

• ESTABLISHMENT OF THE OVAL OFFICE NATIONAL MONUMENT 2026-11-05 · event: Designation of the Oval Office National Monument, 5 Nov 2026

  A presidential proclamation designates the Oval Office and two adjacent rooms as the Oval Office National Monument under the Antiquities Act, directing the Interior Department's National Park Service to manage and protect it.

• First Lady Melania Trump Unites Russia and Ukraine at The White House Following Historic Ceasefire 2026-11-05 · event: Statements on the First Lady's role in a localized ceasefire and civilian evacuation in Oleshky, Oct–Nov 2026

  The White House published remarks by First Lady Melania Trump describing her role as 'Exclusive Intermediary' in a ceasefire and humanitarian evacuation in Oleshky, Kherson region, and hosting Russian and Ukrainian representatives at the White House.

• Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement action with Allegiant United Holdings, LLC, Nano Financial Holdings, Inc., and Nano Banc 2026-11-05

  The Federal Reserve Board announced the termination of a written agreement dated February 24, 2021, with Allegiant United Holdings, LLC, Nano Financial Holdings, Inc., and Nano Banc, terminated October 21, 2026.

• Treasury Targets Global Scam Networks and the Corporate Infrastructure That Enables Them 2026-11-05 · events: OFAC sanctions on Prince Group TCO business network, 5 Nov 2026; Sanctions on Qiu Yong and linked Hong Kong and BVI companies; Sanctions on Visal Pang, He Yujing and Chen Bo-linked companies in Cambodia; Sanctions on Dai An and Thet Li-linked entities; Sanctions on Chui Kok Wa over Madagascar-based scam network

  The U.S. Treasury's OFAC announced new sanctions on four individuals and 41 entities linked to the Prince Group TCO, plus one Malaysian individual and a Madagascar-based scam facilitator, citing cyber-enabled fraud, money laundering and human trafficking.

• Treasury, IRS Announce Opportunity Zones Designations for Over 6,500 Communities Across America 2026-11-05 · event: Qualified Opportunity Zone designations for 6,576 census tracts, effective 1 Jan 2027

  The U.S. Treasury and IRS announced Qualified Opportunity Zone designations for all 50 states, territories and the District of Columbia, effective January 1, 2027, describing them as enabled by the Working Families Tax Cuts.

• First Lady Melania Trump and LSU Establish $5 Million Fostering the Future Endowment Fund 2026-11-04

  The White House announces a $5 million endowment fund for LSU scholarships for students who experienced foster care, tied to a First Lady initiative and a planned campus visit.

• Operation Economic Outcast Targets Global Maritime Fraud Network Supporting Iranian Regime 2026-11-04 · event: US Treasury 'Operation Economic Outcast' sanctions on maritime and aviation networks, 4 November 2026

  The U.S. Treasury announced sanctions under Operation Economic Outcast against an India-based network allegedly providing false flags and maritime certifications to Iranian shadow fleet vessels, and against a Türkiye-based ground handling firm serving sanctioned Iranian airlines.

• Quarterly Refunding Statement of Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets Hunter McMaster 2026-11-04 · event: Treasury November 2026 quarterly refunding statement, 4 November 2026

  The U.S. Treasury announces its November 2026 quarterly refunding: about $125 billion of new notes and bonds to refinance roughly $97 billion maturing on November 15, 2026, plus outlook on auction sizes, bills, TIPS, buybacks and cash balance.

• Report to the Secretary of the Treasury from the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee 2026-11-04 · event: Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee report on Treasury yields and issuance, 4 November 2026

  The Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee reports to the Treasury Secretary on higher Treasury yields, the funding outlook, technology-related financing, derivatives, buybacks and recommended auction size policy for the coming quarters.

• Minutes of the Meeting of the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee November 3, 2026 2026-11-04 · event: Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee meeting of 3 November 2026

  The U.S. Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee's minutes of its November 3, 2026 meeting record its discussion of federal receipts and outlays, borrowing projections, primary dealer feedback on auction scheduling and buybacks, structural demand, super-intelligence-related corporate borrowing, Treasury derivatives, and its financing recommendation for the quarter.

• ANTI-COMMUNISM WEEK, 2026 2026-11-03 · event: Proclamation designating Anti-Communism Week, 1-7 November 2026

  A presidential proclamation designates November 1 to 7, 2026 as Anti-Communism Week, framing communist and socialist ideologies as threats to individual liberty and calling on Americans to defend against them.

• THE AMERICAN DECLARATION OF FREEDOM IN SPACE 2026-11-03 · event: US proclamation 'The American Declaration of Freedom in Space', 3 November 2026

  A US presidential proclamation reaffirms American leadership in space exploration and declares outer space open to exploration and settlement by American citizens under US law and international obligations.

• Congressional Bills H.R. 1744 and H.R. 8205 Signed into Law 2026-11-03 · event: Signing of H.R. 1744 and H.R. 8205 into law, 3 November 2026

  The White House reports that the President signed two congressional bills into law on 3 November 2026: H.R. 1744, reauthorizing the US Commission on International Religious Freedom through Fiscal Year 2028, and H.R. 8205, reauthorizing the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act through Fiscal Year 2031.

• First Lady Melania Trump to Convene Russian and Ukrainian Representatives at the White House 2026-11-03 · event: Planned White House meeting of Russian and Ukrainian representatives, 5 November 2026

  The White House announces that First Lady Melania Trump will host Russian and Ukrainian representatives at the White House and deliver remarks on a claimed ceasefire in Oleshky and the surrounding Kherson region.

• Presidential Message on All Saints’ Day 2026-11-01

  A presidential message marking All Saints' Day that honours saints and reflects on their role in American names, institutions and faith traditions.

• Presidential Message on Reformation Day 2026-10-31 · event: US Presidential Message on Reformation Day, 31 Oct 2026

  The President sends greetings for Reformation Day, emphasising the Protestant Reformation's influence on the Bible and on America's founding ideals, and stating the administration's commitment to faith and religious foundations.

• Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by The Bank of Nova Scotia 2026-10-29 · event: Federal Reserve approval of Bank of Nova Scotia bank holding company application, 29 Oct 2026

  The Federal Reserve Board announced it approved an application by The Bank of Nova Scotia to become a bank holding company by acquiring Maple Financial Holdings, Inc., and thereby indirectly acquiring MapleMark Bank.

• ADJUSTING IMPORTS OF ROBOTICS, INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY, AND THEIR PARTS AND COMPONENTS INTO THE UNITED STATES 2026-10-28 · event: Section 232 proclamation on imports of robotics and industrial machinery, 28 Oct 2026

  A presidential proclamation based on a Commerce Secretary investigation finds robotics and industrial machinery imports threaten national security under section 232, and directs negotiations with trading partners while reserving the option of tariffs, quotas or other remedies later.

• Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement 2026-10-28 · event: FOMC decision on federal funds rate, 28 Oct 2026

  The Federal Open Market Committee kept the federal funds rate target range at 3-3/4 to 4 percent by a 10-2 vote, describing economic activity as expanding strongly and inflation as elevated. Two members dissented, preferring a quarter-point increase.

• First Lady Melania Trump Announces Halloween at the White House 2026 2026-10-26

  The White House announces a Halloween trick-or-treat event on the South Lawn on 29 October 2026, with logistics, participating agencies and attendee rules.

• FURTHER MODIFYING THE SCOPE OF PRODUCTS OF CANADA SUBJECT TO THE ADDITIONAL DUTIES IMPOSED TO OFFSET CANADIAN DISCRIMINATION AGAINST THE COMMERCE OF THE UNITED STATES WITH RESPECT TO MOTOR VEHICLES 2026-10-23 · event: US modification of additional duties on Canadian products, 23 Oct 2026

  A US presidential proclamation modifies the scope of Canadian products subject to additional 50 percent duties imposed under earlier proclamations on Canadian motor vehicle trade practices, with changes effective 30 October 2026.

• First Lady Melania Trump Secures Ceasefire Between Russia and Ukraine, Localized to Oleshky 2026-10-23 · event: Statements on the First Lady's role in a localized ceasefire and civilian evacuation in Oleshky, Oct–Nov 2026

  The Office of the First Lady of the United States announces a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the city of Oleshky, to allow humanitarian aid and civilian evacuation, starting 29 October 2026, and describes the role it played in arranging it.

• Presidential Message on the World Series 2026-10-23

  A presidential message celebrating the 2026 World Series and wishing both teams well. It is a ceremonial greeting without political content.

• National Seafood Month, 2026 2026-10-22 · event: National Seafood Month 2026 proclamation and fisheries policy claims, Oct 2026

  A presidential proclamation designating October 2026 as National Seafood Month, praising the American fishing industry and listing the administration's fisheries policy actions and claimed results.

• DECREASING HOUSING COSTS FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE 2026-10-22 · event: Executive order on reducing housing and mortgage costs, 22 Oct 2026

  An executive order signed by the US President on 22 October 2026 directs federal housing agencies and departments to lower homeownership and mortgage costs through several measures, including mortgage insurance cancellation, a title insurance program, a permitting task force, and reduced direct loan rates.

• Congressional Bills H.R. 952 and H.R. 7022 Signed into Law 2026-10-22 · event: Signing of H.R. 952 and H.R. 7022 into law, 22 Oct 2026

  The White House reports that the President signed two bills into law on 22 October 2026: H.R. 952, which directs the Interior Department to convey a US reversionary interest in certain Sacramento land, and H.R. 7022, which requires the FCC to set any rules needed for satellite emergency alerts from mobile providers.

• Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Domestic Petroleum Production, Refining, and Logistics Capacity 2026-10-22 · event: Presidential Determination under Defense Production Act section 303 on petroleum capacity, 22 Oct 2026

  A presidential memorandum to the Secretary of War determines that domestic petroleum production, refining, and logistics capacity is essential to national defense and authorizes Defense Production Act section 303 actions to expand it, including purchases and financial support.

• Adjusting Imports of Wind Turbines and Their Parts and Components into the United States 2026-10-22 · event: Section 232 proclamation on imported wind turbines and components, 22 Oct 2026

  A presidential proclamation concurs with a Commerce Department finding that imports of wind turbines and their components threaten national security, directs negotiations with trading partners, and keeps existing tariffs under related proclamations in place.

• Congressional Bills H.R. 227, H.R. 837, H.R. 1721, H.R. 2388, H.R. 2481, H.R. 3620, H.R. 4307, H.R. 4467, H.R. 6380, and H.R. 7831 Signed into Law 2026-10-20 · event: Signing of ten H.R. bills into law, 20 Oct 2026

  The White House reports that the President signed ten House bills into law on 20 October 2026, each with a brief description of its effect.

• Presidential Message on National Forest Products Week 2026-10-20 · event: National Forest Products Week 2026 presidential message

  The President's message for National Forest Products Week describes forestry and timber industries as vital to jobs and growth and lists the administration's timber, reforestation and deregulation measures as results.

• First Lady Melania Trump Champions New U.S. Women’s Health Initiative 2026-10-19 · event: Executive order on women's health research and White House Women's Health Task Force, 19 Oct 2026

  The First Lady announces an executive order establishing a White House Women's Health Task Force and a Women's Health Division within the NIH, and sets out five pillars for women's health research and care.

• Advancing Women’s Health to Improve Outcomes in All Phases of Life 2026-10-19 · event: Executive order on women's health research and White House Women's Health Task Force, 19 Oct 2026

  An executive order on women's health sets out a policy to translate research into clinical care for women across all life stages, establishes a Women's Health Division within NIH and a White House Women's Health Task Force, and revokes two prior women's health actions.

• Implementing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 2026-10-17 · event: Implementation of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, Oct 2026

  A presidential order implements the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, raising duties on Russian-origin goods and other countries' goods under conditions in the Act, while waiving most of the Act's sanctions, restrictions and duties and delegating authorities to federal officials.

• Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement actions with Gardner Bancshares, Inc. and Small Business Bank 2026-10-16 · event: Federal Reserve termination of enforcement actions against Gardner Bancshares and Small Business Bank, Oct 2026

  The Federal Reserve Board announced the termination of three enforcement actions against Gardner Bancshares, Inc. and Small Business Bank, both of Lenexa, Kansas, all terminated on October 13, 2026.

• Congressional Bills S. 240, S. 283, and S. 2403 Signed into Law 2026-10-15 · event: Signing into law of S. 240, S. 283 and S. 2403, 15 Oct 2026

  The White House reports that the President signed three congressional bills into law on 15 October 2026: S. 240 on the Crow Tribe water rights settlement, S. 283 on seafood origin identification, and S. 2403 on closely held stock valuation under ERISA.

• Presidential Message on the Birthday of President Dwight D. Eisenhower 2026-10-15 · event: Presidential message on Dwight D. Eisenhower's birthday, 15 Oct 2026

  The White House marks the 136th birthday of former President Dwight D. Eisenhower, recounting his military and presidential record and presenting the current administration as continuing his ideals.

• Presidential Message on the Birthday of the United States Navy 2026-10-14 · event: US Navy birthday message and shipbuilding investment, Oct 2026

  The White House issued a presidential message marking the 250th-plus birthday of the US Navy, praising sailors and describing the administration's shipbuilding and naval investment plans.

• Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on August 17, September 9, and September 16, 2026 2026-10-13

  The Federal Reserve Board released minutes of its discount rate meetings held on August 17, September 9, and September 16, 2026, and notes that discount rate setting is distinct from the FOMC's federal funds target setting.

• First Lady Melania Trump Launches 2027 Presidential SI Challenge and Establishes First Lady Seal of SI Readiness 2026-10-13

  The First Lady announced a 2027 Presidential Super Intelligence Challenge for K-12 students and schools and a new First Lady Seal of SI Readiness for participating schools.

• Presidential Message on General Pulaski Memorial Day 2026-10-11 · event: General Casimir Pulaski Memorial Day, 11 Oct 2026

  The White House presidential message marks General Casimir Pulaski Memorial Day, honoring his service in the Revolutionary War and praising Polish contributions to freedom and the US-Poland relationship.

• Presidential Message on Leif Erikson Day 2026-10-09 · event: US-Denmark-Greenland security agreement, Oct 2026

  On Leif Erikson Day, the White House presents a message honouring Leif Erikson and highlighting U.S. relations with Nordic countries and a recent agreement with Denmark and Greenland on security in Greenland.

• Congressional Bills S. 195 Signed into Law 2026-10-09

  The White House announced that on 9 October 2026 the President signed into law S. 195, the American Music Tourism Act of 2025, which requires the Department of Commerce to promote travel and tourism to music-related locations and events in the United States.

• Federal Reserve Board releases results of the 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances, which provides the public and policymakers with detailed insights into the economic condition of American families 2026-10-09 · event: 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances results, 9 Oct 2026

  The US Federal Reserve Board released results of the 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances and a summary report on changes in US family finances from 2022 to 2025.

• Federal Reserve Board announces enforcement action against American Express Company to address, among other things, the firm’s failure to sufficiently detect and report certain suspicious activity related to money laundering 2026-10-08

  The US Federal Reserve Board announced an enforcement action against American Express Company over, among other things, alleged failures to sufficiently detect and report suspicious activity related to money laundering. The Board also described significant deficiencies in the implementation of the firm's enterprise-wide anti-money laundering program, particularly at its subsidiary national bank.

• Establishment of a Committee of Inquiry to Investigate Allegations of False Statements by Lisa DeNell Cook 2026-10-08

  A presidential memorandum establishes a committee of inquiry to investigate allegations that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa D. Cook made false statements in connection with mortgage instruments, and to advise whether there is cause for her removal.

• National Energy Dominance Month, 2026 2026-10-07

  A proclamation designating October 2026 as National Energy Dominance Month, with the President describing energy policy achievements and goals of his administration.

• Congressional Bills H.R. 5345 and S. 766 Signed into Law 2026-10-07

  The President signed into law two congressional bills: H.R. 5345 on Social Security Administration support for identity theft victims, and S. 766 requiring an annual report on delayed or over-budget federally funded projects.

• Columbus Day, 2026 2026-10-07

  A presidential proclamation honouring Christopher Columbus and designating 12 October 2026 as Columbus Day, recounting his 1492 voyage and describing the reinstallation of a Columbus statue at the White House.

• Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 15-16, 2026 2026-10-07

  The Federal Reserve announces the release of the minutes of its September 15-16, 2026 Federal Open Market Committee meeting and gives media contact details; the notice itself contains no substantive policy content.

• Presidential Message on German American Day 2026-10-06

  The US President issues a message marking German American Day, recounting the history of German Americans and praising the US-German relationship and NATO defence commitments.

• Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel 2026-10-06

  An executive order directs the Treasury Secretary to defer certain diesel fuel excise tax payments and provide penalty relief for 5 October to 31 December 2026, citing restricted global diesel supply and rising prices that have hard-hit farmers and truckers.

• Presidential Message on Child Health Day 2026-10-06

  The US President issues a Child Health Day message describing a commitment to children's health, citing rising childhood chronic conditions and listing the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy and its claimed actions.

• Presidential Message on Fire Prevention Week 2026-10-06

  A presidential message for Fire Prevention Week honors firefighters and first responders, encourages home fire-safety steps, and describes federal wildfire response efforts.

• Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Isabella Bank Corporation 2026-10-05

  The Federal Reserve Board announced approval of Isabella Bank Corporation's application to acquire Grand River Commerce, Inc. and merge Grand River Bank into Isabella Bank, including branch establishment.

• Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Fleur Capital Corporation 2026-10-02

  The Federal Reserve Board announced its approval of an application by Fleur Capital Corporation to acquire Simmesport State Bank, both based in Simmesport, Louisiana.

• Federal Reserve Board announces it will extend, until November 4, the comment period on its proposal to modernize Regulation O 2026-10-02

  The Federal Reserve Board announced it is extending the public comment period on its proposal to modernize Regulation O, which governs bank lending to insiders, until November 4.

• National Manufacturing Day, 2026 2026-10-02

  A presidential proclamation marking National Manufacturing Day, 2026, in which the President credits tariffs, investment and tax legislation with a revival of US manufacturing and job growth.

• Presidential Message on Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2026-10-02

  A presidential message marking Down Syndrome Awareness Month celebrates people with Down syndrome, describes the condition, and states the administration's commitment to research and inclusion.

• Presidential Message on National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026-10-02

  The President's message for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month presents cybersecurity as central to American prosperity and security, describes recent administration measures against cybercrime and a new public-private partnership, and encourages individuals to practise basic online safety.

• Presidential Message on National Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2026-10-02

  A presidential message marking National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, reaffirming the administration's commitment to ending domestic violence, citing up to 10 million affected Americans, and pledging support for shelters, advocates and law enforcement.

• Presidential Message on National Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026-10-02

  The U.S. President issues a message for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, honoring survivors and those lost to the disease, citing case and mortality estimates, and describing the administration's health agenda and encouragement for personal health awareness.

• Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Ontario Bancorporation, Inc. 2026-10-02

  The Federal Reserve Board announced the execution of a written agreement with Ontario Bancorporation, Inc., dated September 24, 2026, listed as a routine enforcement action notice.

• Congressional Bill S. 2398 Signed into Law 2026-09-30

  The White House reports that the President signed into law S. 2398, the Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act, which reauthorizes activities addressing vector-borne diseases through Fiscal Year 2030.

• Federal Reserve Board finalizes changes to enhance the transparency and public accountability of its stress test and reduce volatility in its stress test-related capital requirements 2026-09-30

  The Federal Reserve Board finalized two rules changing its bank stress test, aiming to increase transparency and reduce volatility in stress test-related capital requirements, and requested comment on a proposed noninterest income model revision.

• Eliminating Disease-Carrying Pests And Restoring Enjoyment Of The Great Outdoors 2026-09-29

  An executive order signed by the President sets a policy to suppress tick and mosquito populations and address diseases they carry, with a D.C. campaign and national model, plus research, prize competitions and labeling steps.

• Inaugurating The Era Of Super Intelligence 2026-09-29

  A presidential executive order directs federal agencies to use the terms 'Super Intelligence' and 'SI' in place of 'Artificial Intelligence' and 'AI' in official communications, and asks for a proposed Federal definition of the new term.

• Agencies publish resolution plan feedback letters for 15 banking organizations 2026-09-29

  The FDIC and the Federal Reserve Board published feedback letters on resolution plans submitted in October 2025 by 15 large banking organizations, stating no shortcomings or deficiencies were identified, and that a previously identified shortcoming in a 2021 BNP Paribas plan was satisfactorily addressed.

• Streamlining Access to Government Services Through America.gov 2026-09-29

  An executive order directs the creation of America.gov as a unified digital entry point to federal information and services, with Login.gov used for authentication and agencies required to integrate covered services.

• Nominations Sent to the Senate 2026-09-28

  The White House transmitted a list of presidential nominations to the Senate, covering board seats, ambassadorships, inspector general posts, U.S. Marshals, an envoy role and other positions.

• Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by Peoples Bancorp Inc. 2026-09-25

  The US Federal Reserve Board announced approval of a bank merger application by Peoples Bancorp Inc. to acquire Citizens National Corporation and its subsidiary Citizens Bank of Kentucky, along with related approval for a bank merger and branch operations.

• Gold Star Mother’s And Family’s Day, 2026 2026-09-25

  A presidential proclamation honoring surviving families of fallen service members and designating Sunday, September 27, 2026, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, with a call for flag displays and ceremonies.

• Federal Reserve Board requests public comment on two proposals related to establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act 2026-09-24

  The Federal Reserve Board requested public comment on two proposals establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act.

• Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Sandy Spring Bank 2026-09-24

  The Federal Reserve Board announced the execution of an enforcement action: a consent prohibition against Renee Nicole Brown, a former employee of Sandy Spring Bank, related to embezzlement by a bank employee.

• Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by BancFirst Corporation 2026-09-22

  The Federal Reserve Board announced it approved BancFirst Corporation's application to acquire Spirit BankCorp, Inc. and merge with SpiritBank, and to operate branches at SpiritBank locations.

• Enhancing Program Integrity and Integrity and Interagency Coordination in the Administration of the H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Program 2026-09-18

  An executive order signed by the US President on 18 September 2026 sets a policy on the H-1B nonimmigrant visa program, citing alleged abuse by employers and directing agencies to coordinate reviews and consider layoffs when processing H-1B applications.

• Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers 2026-09-18

  A presidential proclamation extends for 12 months the 2025 restriction on entry of certain H-1B nonimmigrant workers unless their petitions are accompanied by a $100,000 payment, citing claimed abuses of the program and reported measurable effects.

• Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Northstar Bank, former employee of American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc., and former employee of Regions Bank 2026-09-18

  The Federal Reserve Board announced consent prohibition orders against three former bank employees, relating to misappropriation of customer funds, misapplication of funds and conflicts of interest, and check fraud.

• Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement action with SNB Bancshares and Bank of Eufaula 2026-09-18

  The Federal Reserve Board announced the termination, effective September 3, 2026, of a written agreement dated August 7, 2024 with SNB Bancshares, Inc. and Bank of Eufaula, both of Eufaula, Oklahoma.

• RESTORING AMERICAN SALTWATER ANGLING AND RECREATION 2026-09-17

  A presidential executive order on saltwater angling and recreation directs federal agencies to prioritise recreational fishing, modernise recreational catch data collection, streamline permits and expand artificial reef creation, with implementation deadlines of 30 to 365 days.

• Reinvigorating America’s Hunting Heritage 2026-09-17

  An executive order signed by the US President on 17 September 2026 directs federal agencies to expand public hunting and other access to federal lands, to reform related policies, to support youth and veteran hunting, to manage game populations, and to promote wild game donation.

• Withdrawals Sent to the Senate 2026-09-17

  The White House published a list of nominations withdrawn from Senate consideration, naming five nominees for various posts.

• Restoring Reciprocity in Government Procurement 2026-09-16

  A presidential memorandum directs federal agencies to identify and remove Canadian-origin items from the federal civil procurement system, citing Canadian 'Buy Canadian' preferences and provincial limits on US firms.

• Providing Meaningful Water Quality Improvements Through Collaboration and Oversight of Federal Support 2026-09-16

  A presidential executive order revokes Executive Order 13508 on Chesapeake Bay protection and directs federal agencies to redirect funding toward direct water-quality projects, while asking EPA to work with Bay-watershed jurisdictions on stormwater management fees.

• Constitution Day, Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week, 2026 2026-09-16

  A presidential proclamation marking Constitution Day, Citizenship Day and Constitution Week 2026, which praises the Constitution and attacks what it calls anti-American rhetoric from communists and far-left radicals and the previous administration's conduct.

• National POW/MIA Recognition Day, 2026 2026-09-16

  A presidential proclamation designating 18 September 2026 as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, honouring prisoners of war and service members still missing and affirming government commitment to accounting for them.