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This Week in Mining — Washington (#24, 2026)

This Week in Mining — Washington (#24, 2026)

MSHA finalizes rule changes for conveyor belts, DPM limits, blacksmith shops, flame safety lamps; West Virginia mining amendments approved; new safety petitions filed; Army opens bases for critical mineral production; Senate bill targets permitting reforms.

This Week in Manufacturing — Washington (#24, 2026)

This Week in Manufacturing — Washington (#24, 2026)

White House issues new quantum industry strategy; EPA revokes 2024 rubber tire emissions rules; CPSC maintains lead limits; major ITC actions on battery materials; CITRIC acid CVD prelim from Canada.

This Week in Social Issues — Washington (#24, 2026)

This Week in Social Issues — Washington (#24, 2026)

Multiple Congressional bills address disability rights, reproductive health, child welfare; upcoming House committee hearings span veteran care, sanctuary policies; media assesses housing crisis and retirement reforms.

This Week in Oil & Gas — Washington (#24, 2026)

This Week in Oil & Gas — Washington (#24, 2026)

BLM proposed overhaul to oil and gas leasing rules; EPA extends comment period on air toxics rule; FERC opens environmental review for Colorado gas pipeline expansion; BLM proposes changes to royalty rules for lost gas; major LNG, pipeline, and financial reporting notices issued.

This Week in Utilities & Power — Washington (#24, 2026)

This Week in Utilities & Power — Washington (#24, 2026)

FERC initiates Section 206 proceedings into all major U.S. grid operator tariffs; EPA proposes major NEPA procedural updates; White House advances quantum security.

This Week in Social Affairs — Brussels (#24, 2026)

This Week in Social Affairs — Brussels (#24, 2026)

Political agreement on worker protection against carcinogens; Posting abroad: e-declaration portal deal; Revision to Carcinogens Directive; Regulation on maintenance obligations; Employment Council prepares Social policy outcomes.

This Week in the Single Market — Brussels (#24, 2026)

This Week in the Single Market — Brussels (#24, 2026)

Regulation on screening of foreign investments (2026/1386) enters into force; Digital Single Market advances with Digital Networks Act hearing; Parliament committees review VAT and military mobility.