Fed Outlines Fall Rules to Ease Business Burdens

2025-21626 — Regulatory Capital Rule: Modifications to the Enhanced Supplementary Leverage Ratio Standards for U.S. Global Systemically Important Bank Holding Companies and Their Subsidiary Depository Institutions; Total Loss-Absorbing Capacity and Long-Term Debt Requirements for U.S. Global Systemically Important Bank Holding Companies

Big U.S. banks that are super important to the economy are getting new rules to keep them safer and stronger. These changes tweak how much money they must keep on hand and how they handle long-term debt, helping prevent financial trouble. The new rules kick in soon and could affect how these banks manage billions in assets and debt.

2026-09891 — Notice of Proposals To Engage in or To Acquire Companies Engaged in Permissible Nonbanking Activities

Some companies want to start or buy businesses that do activities related to banking but aren’t banks themselves. The Federal Reserve is letting the public know and asking for comments by June 2, 2026. This helps keep banking safe and fair while allowing new business moves across the U.S.

2026-09890 — Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

If you want to buy or control shares in a bank or bank holding company, you need to tell the Federal Reserve first. They’re reviewing requests like the Mahar Family’s plan to keep control of their bank in North Dakota. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until June 2, 2026, to speak up—so don’t miss the deadline!

2026-09806 — Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

Some families and trusts want to buy more shares in a bank and its holding company in Kansas. The Federal Reserve is checking their applications and wants the public to share thoughts by June 1, 2026. This process helps keep bank ownership clear and fair, making sure big money moves get a thumbs-up before they happen.

2026-09529 — Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

If you want to buy or control a bank or bank holding company, you need to tell the Federal Reserve and wait for approval. People affected include those trying to buy shares in banks like Grant County Bank or Cattlemens Bank. You’ve got until May 28, 2026, to send your comments, so don’t miss the deadline if you want to have your say!

2026-09389 — Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company

If someone wants to buy a big chunk of a bank or a company that owns a bank, they have to tell the Federal Reserve first. People can check out these plans and share their thoughts by May 27, 2026. This keeps bank ownership clear and fair, making sure no surprises pop up with money or control changes.

Previous: 2025-18444 — Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Washington

Washington businesses hit by the White River Bridge closure can now apply for special disaster loans to help cover their losses. This declaration means extra financial support is available starting September 19, 2025, to keep local businesses strong and steady. If you’re struggling because of this bridge closure, help is just a loan away!

Next: 2025-18445 — Standard Steel Welded Wire Mesh From Mexico: Preliminary Affirmative Determination of Circumvention of the Antidumping Duty and Countervailing Duty Orders; Correction

The U.S. fixed a date mix-up for when extra duties start on steel wire mesh from Mexico, moving it to April 2, 2024. Also, they corrected the name of the company importing the steel wire to Deacero USA, Inc. This means certain imports will face duties starting earlier than first announced, affecting businesses and buyers involved.