The Small Business
Rule Change Brief

Treasury Department· Rule· 91 FR 46836

Updating Website and Contact Information, and Authorizations for Payments for Legal Services

effective in 0d

The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is adopting a final rule to update website and contact information in certain parts of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Additionally, OFAC is amending one CFR Part to update general licenses authorizing payments for legal services from…

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Postal Regulatory Commission· Notice· 91 FR 46977

Update to Product Lists

effective in 0d

The Commission is announcing revisions to the Market Dominant and Competitive product lists of the Postal Service.

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Federal Communications Commission· Proposed Rule· 91 FR 46888

Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks

Stage 2·effective in 30d·comments close in 60d

In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Second Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Second FNPRM) that seeks to further prevent evolving national security risks associated with submarine line terminal equipment (SLTEs) posed by foreign adversaries. The Second FNPRM seeks…

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Federal Communications Commission· Rule· 91 FR 46844

Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks

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In this document, the Federal Communications Commission (Commission or FCC) adopted a Second Report and Order that promotes the deployment of submarine cables while strengthening national security interests in connection with their modern capabilities. The Second Report and Order establishes a regulatory regime for…

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Nuclear Regulatory Commission· Proposed Rule· 91 FR 46869

Modernizing Package Certification Requirements

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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations governing the packaging and transportation of radioactive material. This proposed action is responsive to several executive orders and the NRC's mission to enable the safe and secure use of nuclear materials in an efficient and reliable…

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Transportation Department· Notice· 91 FR 47031

Agency Information Collection Activities; Notice and Request for Comment; Criminal Penalty Safe Harbor Provision; Reopening of Comment Period

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published a document in the Federal Register of May 29, 2026, requesting comment on an extension of a currently approved information collection for NHTSA's Criminal Penalty Safe Harbor Provision. Due to an administrative error, the published notice incorrectly…

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Treasury Department· Notice· 91 FR 47036

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Multiple Internal Revenue Service Information Collection Requests

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The Department of the Treasury will submit the following information collection requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, on or after the date of publication of this notice. The public is invited to submit comments on these…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46946

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Susan Harwood Training Grant Program Grantee Quarterly Progress Report

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The Grantee Quarterly Progress Report is used to collect information concerning activities conducted during the quarter by grantees under OSHA's Susan Harwood training grants. The information is used by OSHA to monitor progress and the use of Federal grant funds. The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting this…

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Federal Communications Commission· Notice· 91 FR 46919

Information Collection Being Submitted for Review and Approval to Office of Management and Budget

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As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal Agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection.…

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Agriculture Department· Notice· 91 FR 46894

Child and Adult Care Food Program: National Average Payment Rates, Day Care Home Food Service Payment Rates, and Administrative Reimbursement Rates for Sponsoring Organizations of Day Care Homes for the Period July 1, 2026, Through June 30, 2027

effective 26d ago

This notice announces the annual adjustments to the national average payment rates for meals and snacks served in child care centers, outside-school-hours care centers, at-risk afterschool care centers, and adult day care centers; the food service payment rates for meals and snacks served in day care homes; and the…

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Nuclear Regulatory Commission· Proposed Rule· 91 FR 47042

Reducing Barriers to Medical Use Licensing

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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations to reduce barriers to medical use licensing. This proposed rule responds to Executive Order 14300, "Ordering the Reform of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission," which requires the NRC to conduct a review and wholesale revision of its…

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Small Business Administration· Notice· 91 FR 47030

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the commonwealth of Pennsylvania dated July 21, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

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Treasury Department· Notice· 91 FR 47034

Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request on the Burden Related to the Requirements for Completing and Submitting Form 8655

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In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the IRS is inviting comments on the information collection request outlined in this notice.

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46969

Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Information Collection-Housing Occupancy Certificates Under the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act

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The Department of Labor (Department) is soliciting comments concerning a proposed extension of the information collection request (ICR) titled, "Housing Occupancy Certificates Under the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act." This comment request is part of continuing Departmental efforts to reduce…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46970

Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Information Collections: Employee Polygraph Protection Act

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The Department of Labor (Department) is soliciting comments concerning a proposed extension of the information collection request (ICR) titled, "Employee Polygraph Protection Act." This comment request is part of continuing Departmental efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden in accordance with the Paperwork…

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE:· Notice· 91 FR 46897

Gulf Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting

The Gulf Fishery Management Council (Council) will hold a four-day meeting to consider actions affecting the Gulf of America fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

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Federal Communications Commission· Notice· 91 FR 46917

Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission

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As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections.…

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Federal Communications Commission· Notice· 91 FR 46915

Information Collection Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Delegated Authority

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As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collections.…

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Defense Department· Notice· 91 FR 46902

Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

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In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, DoD announces the proposed extension of a public information collection requirement and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. DoD invites comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the…

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Federal Communications Commission· Notice· 91 FR 46917

Information Collections Being Reviewed by the Federal Communications Commission Under Delegated Authority

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As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or the Commission) invites the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on the following information collection.…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46946

Notice of Change

The Department of Labor (DOL) is issuing this notice to clarify the status of OMB Control Number 1205-0521, DOL-Only Performance Accountability, Information, and Reporting System. Following publication notice dated January 7, 2026, which concluded on February 19, 2026, in RegInfo.gov, the Department determined that…

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Small Business Administration· Notice· 91 FR 47029

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Louisiana

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This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Louisiana (FEMA-4927-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Tropical Storm Arthur.

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46953

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Escape and Evacuation Plans

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46961

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Examinations and Testing of Electric Equipment

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46954

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Hazard Communication (HazCom)-30 CFR Part 47

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46958

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Hoist Operators' Physical Fitness

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46959

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Mine Accident, Injury and Illness Report and Quarterly Mine Employment and Coal Production Report

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46947

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Rock Burst Control Plan (Pertains to Underground Metal/Nonmetal Mines)

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46967

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Safety Defects; Examination, Correction, and Records

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46948

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Safety Program for Surface Mobile Equipment

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46964

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Safety Standards for Underground Coal Mine Ventilation-Belt Entry Used as an Intake Air Course To Ventilate Working Sections and Areas Where Mechanized Mining Equipment Is Being Installed or Removed

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The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Labor Department· Notice· 91 FR 46949

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Sealing of Abandoned Areas

Stage 2·first seen 1088d ago·comments close in 60d

The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with…

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Small Business Administration· Notice· 91 FR 47030

TCPC SBIC LP; Surrender of License of Small Business Investment Company

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