GAO Opens Nominations for Medicare Payment Advisory Commission Spots

2026-06303 — Request for Nominations for the Board of Governors of the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)

The Government Accountability Office is looking for awesome people to join the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute’s Board of Governors. They need a doctor, a health researcher, and a private payer rep by May 1, 2026. If you or someone you know fits the bill, send in your nomination and resume to help shape healthcare research and decisions!

2025-11056 — Request for Nominations for the Physician-Focused Payment Model Technical Advisory Committee (PTAC)

The government is looking for smart people to join a special committee that helps improve how doctors get paid. If you know someone who’s great at healthcare or payment models, now’s the time to nominate them! This is a cool chance to shape doctor payments and make healthcare better, with nominations open soon and no cost to apply.

2025-08296 — Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government-2025 Revision

The GAO just updated the Green Book, which sets the rules for how federal agencies keep their money and operations in check. These new standards help agencies work smarter and safer starting in 2025, making sure your tax dollars are well protected. If you work in or with the government, get ready to follow these fresh, clearer guidelines that keep things running smoothly and honestly.

2026-06460 — South Atlantic Fishery Management Council-Public Meeting

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is holding a meeting April 21-23, 2026, to talk about important changes to fishing rules for snapper, grouper, and other fish. Fishermen, businesses, and ocean lovers in the South Atlantic region will hear updates, suggest new rules, and review how fish stocks like black grouper and black sea bass are doing. This meeting could lead to new fishing seasons, permit changes, and better fish management that might affect fishing costs and opportunities.

2026-06512 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards

Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel Mine. They’re asking to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well or better. If approved, this could affect how safety checks are done and might save the company some time or money. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts on this idea.

2026-06503 — Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from energy companies about power plant approvals, solar projects, and rate changes. These filings affect companies like Bayonne Energy Center, Heritage Power, and others, with deadlines for public comments in mid to late April 2026. Some changes could impact how much customers pay or how energy is managed starting as soon as April 1, 2026.

Previous: 2026-00280 — Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Savings and Loan Holding Companies

Some companies want to become or buy savings and loan holding companies, which are special banks that help people with home loans. The Federal Reserve is checking these requests and wants your thoughts by February 9, 2026. If approved, these moves could shake up who controls these banks and how they operate, but no big money changes are announced yet.

Next: 2026-00283 — 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Data Collection for the HUD Secretary's Awards

HUD wants to update how it collects info for the Secretary's Awards, which celebrate great housing projects and ideas. If you’re involved in housing or community work, this affects you! They’re asking for public feedback by March 10, 2026, and this update won’t cost you extra money—just a little time to share your thoughts.