CDC Seeks Input on Gas Exposure Survey

2026-18948, Order Under Sections 362 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act Continuing the Suspension of the Right To Introduce Certain Persons From Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a component of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announces it is issuing an Order under Sections 362 and 365 of the Public Health Service Act, and associated implementing regulations, continuing the suspension of the right to introduce certain persons from countries where an outbreak of a quarantinable communicable disease exists. This Order was issued on September 11 and shall remain in effect through 4:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Sunday, October 11, 2026. This Order may be amended or rescinded prior to that time at the discretion of the Director.

2026-18901, World Trade Center Health Program; Petition 048a-Peripheral Artery Disease; Finding of Insufficient Evidence

The Administrator of the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program has received a petition (Petition 048a) to add "peripheral vascular disease" (referred to herein as "peripheral artery disease") to the List of WTC-Related Health Conditions. Upon reviewing the scientific and medical literature, including information provided by the petitioner, the Administrator has determined that there is insufficient evidence available to support taking further action at this time regarding peripheral artery disease. The Administrator also finds that insufficient evidence exists to request a recommendation of the WTC Health Program Scientific/Technical Advisory Committee, publish a proposed rule, or publish a determination not to publish a proposed rule.

2026-18900, World Trade Center Health Program; Petitions 048 and 051a-Stroke; Finding of Insufficient Evidence

The Administrator of the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program has received two petitions (Petitions 048 and 051a) to add "stroke" to the List of WTC-Related Health Conditions. Upon reviewing the scientific and medical literature, including information provided by the petitioners, the Administrator has determined that there is insufficient evidence available to support taking further action regarding stroke at this time. The Administrator also finds that insufficient evidence exists to request a recommendation of the WTC Health Program Scientific/Technical Advisory Committee, publish a proposed rule, or publish a determination not to publish a proposed rule.

2026-18745, Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review

2026-18217, Proposed Data Collection Submitted for Public Comment and Recommendations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as part of its continuing effort to reduce public burden and maximize the utility of government information, invites the general public and other federal agencies the opportunity to comment on a continuing information collection, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This notice invites comment on a proposed information collection project titled Possession, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Toxins (42 CFR 73). This data collection allows CDC and APHIS have to collect information on the possession, use, and transfer of select agents and toxins.

2026-17450, Notice of Award of a Sole Source Cooperative Agreement To Fund Vietnam Administration of Medical Services, National Institute of Medical Research, and ASEAN-Plus Field Epidemiology Training Network Foundation

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), located within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announces three separate awards to fund Vietnam Administration of Medical Services (VAMS), National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), and ASEAN+3 FETN Foundation. For Vietnam Administration of Medical Services (VAMS), the award is approximately $2,000,000 for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026, with an expected total funding of approximately $10,000,000. For National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), the award is approximately $2,000,000 for FFY 2026, with an expected total funding of approximately $10,000,000. For ASEAN+3 FETN Foundation, the award is approximately $500,000 in FFY 2026, with an expected total funding of approximately $2,500,000. The total 5-year period amount for the three recipients is $22,500,000, subject to the availability of funds. Funding amounts for years 2-5 will be set at continuation. The awards will support activities to protect Americans and people worldwide from public health threats by building capacity within their respective countries to strengthen public health preparedness; advancing early pathogen detection to mitigate the impact of global disease outbreaks and public health; and bolstering rapid response to global health emergencies.

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Nasdaq ISE is updating its connectivity rules by removing old services that no one uses anymore and refreshing some tech terms to keep things clear. This change affects traders and firms connected to the Exchange but won’t cost anyone extra or cause delays. The update is effective immediately, making the Exchange’s system cleaner and easier to understand.

Next: 2026-11822, Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review

Heads up! Some government forms are being reviewed to make sure they’re easy to use and don’t waste your time. If you fill out these forms, you might see changes soon, and the government is checking how much time and money these forms cost everyone. Keep an eye out for updates and deadlines so you’re in the know!