FDIC Renews Bank Data Requests: Comments Welcome on Capital Surveys

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.

2026-06428 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The FDIC is updating its system for handling consumer complaints and public questions about banks and deposit insurance. This change helps the FDIC better investigate issues and protect people from fraud using its name or logo. The updates take effect April 2, 2026, with public comments open until May 4, 2026—no extra costs involved, just smoother service!

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.

2026-05958 — Proposed Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Treasury, Federal Reserve, and FDIC want your thoughts on updating rules about how banks report their money and risks. These changes affect banks of all sizes, especially those with big trading activities, and aim to keep things clear and fair for the next three years. You’ve got until May 26, 2026, to share your ideas—no extra costs for banks, just smarter paperwork!

2026-05836 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection Renewal; Comment Request

The FDIC wants to renew a paperwork collection that affects state banks, savings groups, and related folks. They’re asking for your thoughts by April 27, 2026, but so far, no one has spoken up. This renewal keeps things running smoothly without adding new costs or big changes.

2026-05652 — Clarification of Deposit Insurance Coverage for Branches of U.S. Banks in the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau

Starting April 22, 2026, the FDIC will officially insure deposits at all U.S. bank branches in the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau—whether they’re open now or open later. This clears up any confusion about coverage in these Pacific island nations and gives depositors peace of mind that their money is protected. If you bank in these places, your deposits are safe and sound under FDIC insurance rules.

Previous: 2026-04383 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to keep collecting info about how businesses share your financial privacy details. They’re asking for your thoughts by April 6, 2026, to make sure the rules stay clear and fair. This affects lots of businesses and helps protect your personal info without costing extra money or time.

Next: 2026-04385 — Notice of Public Meeting of the Virginia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Virginia Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a public Zoom meeting on March 25, 2026, to discuss and possibly vote on a new project proposal. Anyone interested can join, share their thoughts, and submit written comments within 30 days after the meeting. This is a great chance for Virginians to get involved in shaping civil rights efforts without any cost to attend.