NLRB Rolls Back Joint Employer Rule to 2020 Version

2025-20521 — Notice of Appointments of Individuals To Serve as Members of Performance Review Boards

The National Labor Relations Board just named new members to their Performance Review Boards for the year starting October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. These folks will help review how well employees are doing, making sure everyone gets fair feedback. This update affects staff performance checks but doesn’t change any budgets or deadlines.

2025-05133 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The National Labor Relations Board is officially retiring two record-keeping systems that tracked Freedom of Information Act requests. This change affects anyone who used these systems to request or manage information and means the agency is streamlining how it handles data. No extra costs or delays are expected, and the update is effective right away.

2025-05136 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The National Labor Relations Board is updating how it handles Freedom of Information Act records by creating a new system and getting rid of two old ones. This change affects anyone who requests info from the NLRB and aims to make record-keeping smoother. If no big comments come in, the new system kicks in right after the comment period ends, with no extra costs involved.

2026-06537 — National Environmental Policy Act

The USDA just made final some updated rules about how they check the environment before starting projects, following changes from higher-up government orders and court decisions. These new rules affect anyone involved in USDA projects by simplifying the process and removing old regulations, aiming to speed things up without losing environmental care. The changes kick in on April 3, 2026, and could save time and money while keeping nature safe.

2026-06523 — Designation of P2P Methyl Glycidic Acid as a List I Chemical

Starting May 4, 2026, anyone handling P2P methyl glycidic acid—a key chemical used to make illegal drugs like methamphetamine—must follow new government rules and register with the DEA. This means all transactions, big or small, will be closely watched to stop illegal drug production. Businesses dealing with this chemical should act fast to stay legal and avoid penalties.

2026-06527 — Airworthiness Directives; Honda Aircraft Company LLC Airplanes

If you own a Honda HA-420 airplane, listen up! The FAA says you need to replace your flap control pushrods with new, tougher ones that don’t need constant anti-rust treatments. This new rule kicks in on May 8, 2026, and helps keep your plane safe without extra hassle or cost from repeated maintenance.

Previous: 2026-03953 — Regulatory Guidance Relating to the Criteria and Process for Initial Recognition of an Accrediting Agency

The Department of Education is making it easier for new accrediting agencies to get recognized, so more groups can help check the quality of colleges and training programs. This change affects agencies applying for initial recognition and aims to boost competition without adding extra costs or delays. Starting February 27, 2026, expect a smoother, faster process that opens doors for fresh voices in education quality checks.

Next: 2026-03985 — Reauthorization of Dairy Forward Pricing Program

The Dairy Forward Pricing Program just got a fresh green light! Milk handlers can now sign new forward contracts until September 30, 2026, and any contract made by then lasts until September 30, 2029. This means dairy producers and handlers get more time and flexibility to lock in prices and plan ahead without surprises.