Virginia Civil Rights Panel Meets: Join Zoom Discussion on New Projects

2026-06541 — Notice of Public Meetings of the Montana Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Montana Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding two public Zoom meetings on April 9 and May 14, 2026, to plan a series about civil rights issues tied to diversity and inclusion policies at Montana public universities. Anyone interested can join, listen, and even speak during open comment times. These meetings don’t cost money to attend but may affect students, educators, and community members concerned about fairness in schools.

2026-06542 — Notice of Public Meetings of the Illinois Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Illinois Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding monthly Zoom meetings from April to December 2026 to talk about how AI is used in law enforcement. These meetings are open to the public and happen every third Tuesday afternoon. If you care about fair policing and technology, these chats are your chance to listen in and join the conversation—no cost to attend!

2026-05578 — Closing the Gap: Addressing Declining Black Male Enrollment at HBCUs and Other Colleges

Black male students are enrolling less at HBCUs and other colleges, and that’s a big problem. The government is stepping in with new plans like better financial aid, stronger school programs, and more support for HBCUs to fix this starting now. These changes aim to boost enrollment and help Black men succeed in school and beyond.

2026-05174 — Notice of Public Meeting of the South Carolina Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The South Carolina Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a Zoom meeting on April 10, 2026, to talk about rules for job licenses and possibly vote on their plan. Anyone interested can join, share their thoughts, and send written comments within 30 days after the meeting. This meeting helps make sure job licensing is fair and affects workers and businesses in South Carolina.

2026-05061 — Notice of Public Meetings of the Colorado Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Colorado Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding two public Zoom meetings to review and possibly vote on a report about antisemitism at Auraria campus in Denver. Anyone interested can join for free, share their thoughts, and stay informed about this important issue. These meetings happen on March 18 and April 1, 2026, with no cost to attend online.

2026-03876 — Notice of Public Meeting of the Michigan Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

The Michigan Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a free, public Zoom meeting on March 5, 2026, to pick a new civil rights topic to study. Anyone interested can join, share their thoughts, and send written comments within 30 days after the meeting. This is a great chance for Michigan residents to have their voices heard on important civil rights issues—no cost to attend, just bring your ideas!

Previous: 2026-04384 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection Renewal; Comment Request

The FDIC wants to renew two important info collections that help insured banks and savings associations manage their capital. They’re asking for your thoughts by April 6, 2026, but no one has commented yet. This renewal keeps things running smoothly without adding new costs or big changes.

Next: 2026-04386 — Financial Assurance Guidance for the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2024

The EPA just released clear rules for folks wanting to clean up old, abandoned hardrock mines under the new Good Samaritan Remediation Act of 2024. If you want one of the 15 special permits, you’ll need to prove you have the money or backup to finish the job—no taxpayer dollars will be used if things go sideways. This guidance kicks in on March 5, 2026, so get ready to show your financial game plan!