Banks Merging: Fed Says 'Show Us the Paperwork'

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: 2026-09200 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Designation of Fishery Management Council Members and Application for Reinstatement of State Authority

NOAA is asking for public feedback on forms used to pick fishery council members and let states regain control over certain fisheries. This helps keep the process smooth and fair, with comments due by July 7, 2026. If you’re involved in fishing or state fishery management, this affects you and keeps things running without extra hassle or cost.

Next: 2026-09203 — Comprehensive Centers Program

The Department of Education is updating the rules for the Comprehensive Centers Program starting June 8, 2026. This program helps schools and education agencies improve teaching and close achievement gaps. New priorities may lead to ending current grants and launching fresh competitions for funding in fiscal year 2026 and beyond.