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SEC Sets Deadline for Hearing on SLR BDC Share-Class Exemption
SLR Secured Lending Partners and its Specialty Lending Fund may issue multiple share classes pending a hearing request by 5:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 26, 2026.
Nasdaq members clearing Night Session trades must obtain written affirmation from clearing members, effective immediately upon filing on Sept. 28, 2026.
The rule change, effective September 17, 2026, updates MRX's General 8 and Options 7 Section 7 references to Nasdaq Texas, LLC.
Nasdaq ISE's General 8 and Options 7 rules now reference Nasdaq Texas, LLC, effective September 17, 2026.
Politics
More in PoliticsPresident sets 17,500 refugee cap for FY 2027, prioritizing South African Afrikaners
The determination binds the Secretaries of State, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services and applies to fiscal year 2027.
OFAC removes Syria general license from terrorism sanctions regulations
The amendment to 31 CFR part 596 takes effect on September 25 2026 and applies to all parties subject to the regulations.
Executive Order expands hunting access on federal lands
The order directs Interior, War, Agriculture, Commerce, Labor, Education and Veterans Affairs to broaden hunting, fishing and shooting access on federal lands beginning within 90 days of September 17, 2026.
President Trump Proclaims Patriot Day 2026
All U.S. federal departments, agencies and instrumentalities must fly the flag at half-staff on September 11, 2026.
Economy
More in EconomyFederal Reserve publishes change-in-control notice for Shnaider Family Trust acquisition
The notice, FR Doc 2026-20340, invites comments by Oct 20 2026 on the Shnaider Family Trust's proposed purchase of voting shares in Florida Bancshares, Inc. and First National Bank of Pasco.
SEC Sets Deadline for Hearing on SLR BDC Share-Class Exemption
SLR Secured Lending Partners and its Specialty Lending Fund may issue multiple share classes pending a hearing request by 5:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 26, 2026.
Nasdaq proposes written clearing affirmation for Night Session trades
Nasdaq members clearing Night Session trades must obtain written affirmation from clearing members, effective immediately upon filing on Sept. 28, 2026.
Nasdaq MRX adopts immediate rule change to reflect Nasdaq Texas name
The rule change, effective September 17, 2026, updates MRX's General 8 and Options 7 Section 7 references to Nasdaq Texas, LLC.
Law
More in LawUSICH Staff Return Without Guidance After Court Blocks Layoffs
All USICH employees reinstated by mid-February 2026 remain without Council direction on homelessness policy.
OFAC adds individuals to SDN List, blocks U.S. assets
U.S. persons must refrain from transactions with the newly designated individuals as of September 29 2026.
President sets 17,500 refugee cap for FY 2027, prioritizing South African Afrikaners
The determination binds the Secretaries of State, Homeland Security and Health and Human Services and applies to fiscal year 2027.
SEC Quorum Rule Updated to Allow Single Commissioner Vote
The SEC's new rule, effective Oct. 2 2026, lets a lone commissioner constitute a quorum when the other members are disqualified.
Technology
More in TechnologyPresident mandates America.gov as single digital gateway for federal services
All federal agencies must integrate eligible services into America.gov by the 90-day deadline after the September 29, 2026 order
President signs order to cut disease-carrying pests in DC
The order obligates the Interior, Agriculture, EPA, GSA and HHS to launch a DC-wide campaign aiming for a 90 % drop in invasive mosquitoes and a 50 % drop in ticks by 2028.
Executive Order mandates 'Super Intelligence' terminology across federal agencies
All executive branch departments and agencies must replace AI references with 'Super Intelligence' and SI by Oct 29 2026.
Federal Reserve routes select data to FRED as AI traffic surges
All users of Federal Reserve data will be directed to FRED starting now, as AI-driven visits grow to half of traffic.
Cybersecurity
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CISA alerts to cleartext data exposure in Johnson Controls EasyIO Neo controllers
Organizations using Johnson Controls EasyIO Neo EC V3.3b62/63 or CW V3.3b24/25 must address the cleartext transmission flaw disclosed on Oct. 1 2026.
CISA alerts critical vulnerabilities in Toptech TMS7 and TopHAT
Operators of Toptech TMS7 and TopHAT version 7.6.3 must address ten CVEs identified by CISA on Sept. 29, 2026.
CISA alerts on Baicells Nova 430H eNodeB vulnerability CVE-2026-96274
Operators of Baicells Nova 430H eNodeB (model pBS3101SH) running firmware BaiBLQ_3.0.12 or earlier must address the CVE-2026-96274 flaw.
Federal Reserve Highlights AI Risks at 2026 Community Bank Cyber Workshop
Community banks are urged to boost cyber hygiene and consider AI threats following opening remarks by Vice Chair Bowman.
Energy
More in EnergyOFAC Publishes Iran Oil General Licenses X and X1
The licenses govern U.S. transactions involving Iranian crude oil and petroleum products through July 17, 2026.
DOE Issues RFP for Up to 40 Million-Barrel SPR Exchange
Oil companies can bid by Oct. 6, 2026 for the exchange that will deliver barrels in Nov-Dec 2026
GAO tells NRC to finish staffing tool and add performance metrics
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission must complete its NEXUS workforce planning tool by the first quarter of FY2027 and adopt metrics to assess the ADVANCE Act hiring authorities.
G20 Energy Ministers Endorse Clean Cooking and Infrastructure Commitments in Houston
G20 member nations and participating agencies are bound by the Houston agreements starting September 14, 2026.
Defense
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GAO reports ODNI has implemented 76 of 139 recommendations
ODNI still has 57 open GAO recommendations as of September 15, 2026
GAO urges annual reporting on Navy's $200 billion shipyard overhaul
Congress and the Navy must adopt GAO's reporting and oversight recommendations for the 50-year Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program
GAO urges DOD to clarify remote base definition and assess workforce cuts
The Department of Defense must update guidance on remote installations and examine 2025 civilian reductions, per GAO recommendations effective now
GAO urges NNSA to formalize line-item criteria in M&O contracts
GAO's report recommends the NNSA document line-item use policies, affecting its $20 billion-plus annual contracts
Health
More in HealthPresident signs order to cut disease-carrying pests in DC
The order obligates the Interior, Agriculture, EPA, GSA and HHS to launch a DC-wide campaign aiming for a 90 % drop in invasive mosquitoes and a 50 % drop in ticks by 2028.
GAO urges HHS, USDA, GSA to tighten lab equipment disposal controls
The recommendations bind HHS, USDA and GSA to improve reporting and risk assessments for lab gear sold from FY2022-2025 onward.
GAO urges VA to survey harassment prevalence at medical centers
GAO recommends the Department of Veterans Affairs identify systemwide harassment incidents involving veterans, effective immediately.
VA Moves to Partially Implement Health Benefits for FAS Veterans
Eligible veterans of the Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau will receive limited VA health services beginning after August 2026.
FSB opens public comment on AI sound practices for banks
Financial institutions can comment on the consultation report through the public period before the final G-20 deliverable later this year.
Fed Vice Chair says policy will now weigh energy and AI shocks
All Federal Open Market Committee members must factor energy price and AI developments into policy decisions effective immediately.
Governor Barr warns AI could widen or narrow U.S. inequality
The speech highlights AI's potential impact on U.S. workers and households, urging policymakers to consider equity as adoption expands.
Labor
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GAO Issues Five Open Recommendations for DOL Child Labor Enforcement
The Department of Labor must address data gaps, outreach and interagency collaboration to protect the 2.8 million children who worked in 2023.
GAO tells NRC to finish staffing tool and add performance metrics
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission must complete its NEXUS workforce planning tool by the first quarter of FY2027 and adopt metrics to assess the ADVANCE Act hiring authorities.
President Extends H-1B Entry Restrictions Through September 2027
The extension applies to H-1B nonimmigrant workers, remaining in effect until 12 a.m. EDT on Sept. 21, 2027.
President issues order to tighten H-1B visa program oversight
The order binds State, Labor, Homeland Security, Commerce, Education and SBA and takes effect immediately
Foreign policy
More in Foreign policyPresident Revokes All Lebanon Aircraft Security Determinations
All prohibitions on aircraft to and from Lebanon are lifted, effective immediately per the September 30, 2026 presidential determination.
President Extends Syria National Emergency for One Year
The emergency declared in 2019 under IEEPA is extended through October 14, 2027, affecting all actions governed by the order.
OFAC bans indirect financial dealings with Cuba Restricted List entities
Effective Sept. 30 2026, the rule applies to all persons subject to U.S. jurisdiction
OFAC amends Iran sanctions rules to implement EO 13902
Effective Sep. 30, 2026, the final rule adds exemptions and a new definition for U.S. persons under 31 CFR part 560
Procurement
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GAO estimates Fly America Act adds up to $1.5 million to State travel costs
The estimate applies to all State Department air travel funded by the government, effective FY 2025 onward.
Nasdaq MRX Sets Fees for Liquid-Cooled Cabinets in Carteret Data Center
Co-location customers at Nasdaq MRX's Carteret, N.J., data center will face new installation and power fees beginning in Q4 2026.
DOE Issues RFP for Up to 40 Million-Barrel SPR Exchange
Oil companies can bid by Oct. 6, 2026 for the exchange that will deliver barrels in Nov-Dec 2026
Nasdaq PHLX Sets Fees for Liquid-Cooled Data Center Cabinets
PHLX co-location customers will face new installation and power fees for liquid-cooled cabinets beginning in Q4 2026.
Agriculture
More in AgriculturePresident signs order to cut disease-carrying pests in DC
The order obligates the Interior, Agriculture, EPA, GSA and HHS to launch a DC-wide campaign aiming for a 90 % drop in invasive mosquitoes and a 50 % drop in ticks by 2028.
IRS proposes four-year installment election for farmland gain tax
Taxpayers selling qualified farmland to a qualified farmer may elect to pay the gain tax in four equal installments, with comments due Nov. 30, 2026.
Executive Order expands hunting access on federal lands
The order directs Interior, War, Agriculture, Commerce, Labor, Education and Veterans Affairs to broaden hunting, fishing and shooting access on federal lands beginning within 90 days of September 17, 2026.
President bans select Canadian alcoholic beverages from U.S. entry
The ban, effective for imports arriving on or after 12:01 a.m. ET September 29 2026, applies to Canadian alcoholic beverages listed in the proclamation's annex.
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Nasdaq rule change updates affiliate name to Nasdaq Texas, effective immediately
The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC's rule amendment replaces all references to Nasdaq BX, Inc. with Nasdaq Texas, LLC, effective upon filing on Sept. 18, 2026.