Feds Keep Tagging Horseshoe Crabs Alive with Paperwork Renewal

2026-08146 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the Rayed Bean, Sheepnose, Snuffbox, and Spectaclecase Mussels

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is officially protecting over 3,800 river miles across 17 states as critical habitat for four endangered freshwater mussels: rayed bean, sheepnose, snuffbox, and spectaclecase. This means these rivers will get special care to help these mussels survive and thrive. The new protections start May 27, 2026, and could affect activities near these waters, encouraging conservation efforts without heavy costs.

2026-05678 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for 22 Species in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the Territory of Guam

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants to protect 22 special plants and animals in Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands by marking nearly 60,000 acres as critical habitat. This means these areas will get extra care to help these species survive and thrive. People can share their thoughts by June 22, 2026, and an economic report is ready to show how this might affect local communities.

2026-10045 — Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Rough Popcornflower From Endangered to Threatened With a Section 4(d) Rule

Great news! The rough popcornflower, a rare plant, is no longer in immediate danger of extinction, so it’s being moved from endangered to threatened status starting June 18, 2026. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is also putting new rules in place to help protect and conserve this plant as it continues to recover. This change helps focus efforts while keeping the plant safe for the future.

2026-09896 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Northeast Region Alaska Native Handicrafts

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is renewing a paperwork process for Alaska Native artists in the Northeast Region who make and sell traditional handicrafts. No changes are planned, but they want your feedback by July 17, 2026. This keeps things smooth for artists and the government, with no new costs or extra hassle.

2026-09805 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget; Federal Fish and Wildlife Permit Applications and Reports-Management Authority

The Fish and Wildlife Service is renewing its paperwork for federal fish and wildlife permits without making any changes. This affects anyone applying for or reporting on these permits, keeping the process steady with no new costs or deadlines. You can share your thoughts by June 15, 2026, if you want to weigh in!

2026-09234 — Foreign Endangered Species; Receipt of Permit Applications

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is letting the public know they’ve received applications to do special activities with endangered animals from other countries. They’re asking for your thoughts before deciding to approve these permits. If you want to weigh in, make sure to send your comments by June 10, 2026—no late entries allowed!

Previous: 2026-09750 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension: Form ADV

The SEC is asking to keep using Form ADV, the key form investment advisers fill out to register and share important info with clients. This form helps clients understand who’s managing their money and lets the SEC keep an eye on advisers. They’ve updated how they calculate costs but don’t plan big changes or new fees—just a smooth extension of the current process.

Next: 2026-09752 — Determination Pursuant to Section 102 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, as Amended

The Department of Homeland Security is speeding up building fences and roads along the Texas border by temporarily skipping some usual rules and laws. This change helps stop illegal crossings and keeps the country safer, starting May 15, 2026. It mainly affects border construction projects and aims to get things done faster without extra costs mentioned.