Federal Register Issues Correction Notice for Date Typo

2026-22903, Unemployment Insurance Program National Minimum Weekly Work Search Requirements

If you get unemployment benefits, soon you’ll need to show you’re actively job hunting by doing at least five work search activities each week. States will have to track and verify these efforts before paying benefits, making sure everyone is seriously looking for work. This change aims to make job searching rules fair and consistent nationwide, with comments open until January 11, 2027.

2026-22680, Prohibiting Illegal Discrimination in Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Starting January 5, 2027, apprenticeship programs must follow simpler, clearer rules to stop illegal discrimination. The Department of Labor is dropping tough affirmative action demands but making sure all sponsors still play fair under federal and state laws. This change helps programs focus on fairness without extra red tape, making it easier and fairer for everyone involved.

2026-22306, Improving Transparency Into Pharmacy Benefit Manager Fee Disclosure

Starting July 1, 2027, big self-insured health plans must get clear info on fees from pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and related brokers. This rule helps plan leaders see if PBM fees are fair, aiming to cut surprise costs and boost transparency. It’s a win for employers trying to manage rising drug expenses and keep healthcare affordable.

2026-20447, Transparency in Coverage

Starting soon, health plans and insurers must share clearer, easier-to-understand price info for medical services and drugs. This helps you see what in-network and out-of-network costs really look like, with more details and better updates. These changes affect most group and individual health plans and kick in with new reporting rules to make healthcare pricing more transparent and fair.

2026-18978, Federal-State Unemployment Compensation (UC) Program; Data Availability

Starting November 16, 2026, Federal officials will get easier access to important unemployment data from States to help catch fraud and keep the system honest. States must update their laws by September 16, 2027, to share this info smoothly. This change helps protect taxpayer money and makes sure unemployment benefits go to the right people.

2026-17622, Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations; Correction

This document corrects typographical errors and omissions in the final rule that appeared in the June 4, 2026, Federal Register titled "Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations" (referred to hereafter as the "IDR final rule"). The effective date of the IDR final rule was August 3, 2026.

Previous: 2025-21109, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Occupational Safety and Health Administration Alliance Program

The Department of Labor wants your thoughts on how OSHA collects info from groups working together to make workplaces safer. This info helps OSHA track progress and plan future safety efforts. If you’re part of these groups or just curious, you have until December 26, 2025, to share your ideas—no cost, just your voice!

Next: 2025-21111, Revision of Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Department of Homeland Security Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP)

The TSA is updating how it collects info from travelers using the DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP), which helps fix travel problems like mistaken identity. If you’ve ever had travel hassles, this affects you! They’re also adding two quick surveys to make the program better. You’ve got until December 26, 2025, to share your thoughts—no cost changes, just smoother service ahead!