Fed Reviews Bank Share Buyouts, Comments Welcome

2026-08298, Regulatory Capital Rule: Community Bank Leverage Ratio Framework

Starting July 1, 2026, community banks get a break! The minimum leverage ratio drops from 9% to 8%, making it easier for smaller banks to meet rules. Plus, banks can now stay in this easier framework longer—up to four straight quarters instead of two—helping them manage their money better without rushing.

2026-05960, Regulatory Capital Rules: Regulatory Capital and Standardized Approach for Risk-Weighted Assets

Big banks and community banks are getting new rules to better measure the risks in their loans and investments. The changes update how banks count certain assets and income when figuring out their safety net money, called regulatory capital. These updates aim to make banks safer and smarter with their money, with some rules kicking in soon and affecting how much capital banks need to hold.

2025-21625, Regulatory Capital Rule: Revisions to the Community Bank Leverage Ratio Framework

The government wants to make it easier for small banks to stay in a special low-risk capital program by lowering the required leverage ratio from 9% to 8%. They’re also giving banks more time—up to four quarters instead of two—to fix any issues without losing their spot. Banks and bank holding companies should weigh in by January 30, 2026, as these changes could save them money and reduce red tape.

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.

2026-19702, 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 checking these plans and asking the public to share their thoughts by October 13, 2026. This affects companies across the U.S. and helps keep banking activities safe and fair.

2026-19595, 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 checking applications from folks like the Sexton family who want to keep control of their banks. You’ve got until October 9, 2026, to share your thoughts, so don’t miss the deadline!

Previous: 2026-19700, Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Drugs Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments-New Drug Application (NDA) 219694 for Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.01%

The FDA is holding a public meeting on October 30, 2026, to discuss a new eye drop medicine called Atropine Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.01%. This meeting lets people share their thoughts before the FDA decides if the drug should be approved. Anyone interested, especially patients and eye care providers, can join online or in person and send comments by October 29, 2026.

Next: 2026-19702, 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 checking these plans and asking the public to share their thoughts by October 13, 2026. This affects companies across the U.S. and helps keep banking activities safe and fair.