Education Dept Seeks Input on Streamlined 2026 FAFSA Form

2025-15665 — William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program

The government wants to change the rules for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to stop people working for shady employers from getting loan forgiveness. This means if your job is with an organization involved in serious illegal activities, you won’t qualify for loan help anymore. These changes protect taxpayers and make sure the program is fair, coming soon to keep things on the up and up.

2026-10347 — Final Priority and Definitions-Secretary's Supplemental Priority and Definitions on Promoting Patriotic Education

Starting June 22, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education is adding a new priority to support patriotic education in its grant programs. Schools and organizations applying for education grants can now include this focus, alongside other priorities like literacy and AI. This change helps guide where federal education money goes, encouraging programs that promote pride and knowledge about our country.

2026-10115 — Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program

The Department of Education is renewing a program that shares info with the Department of Veterans Affairs to double-check if financial aid applicants really are veterans. This helps make sure only eligible students get aid, starting around late June 2026 and lasting 18 months. If all goes well, the program might extend for another year, with public comments open until June 22, 2026.

2026-10100 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; ED-524 Budget Information Non-Construction Programs Form and Instructions

The Department of Education wants to keep using its ED-524 Budget Information form for non-construction programs without any changes. Schools and organizations that fill out this form should know they can comment on this plan until July 20, 2026. This extension won’t cost extra or change how the form works, but your feedback can help keep things smooth and simple!

2026-10058 — Notice Announcing National Professional Development Program Competition

The Department of Labor and Education are teaming up to offer up to $1 million a year in grants for colleges and education groups to help teachers get better at teaching English learners. If you’re part of a school or group that trains teachers, you can apply by July 14, 2026. This program focuses on improving teaching skills, using proven literacy methods, and boosting student success.

2026-09983 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Federal Perkins Loan Program Regulations and General Provisions Regulations

The Department of Education is asking to keep collecting info for the Federal Perkins Loan Program without changing the current forms or rules. This affects students, schools, and government groups who deal with these loans. You’ve got until June 18, 2026, to share your thoughts, but no new costs or big changes are coming—just a smooth continuation!

Previous: 2025-02190 — Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-ODVA, Inc.

ODVA, Inc. just updated its team by adding seven new members from around the world and saying goodbye to four others. This keeps their research group fresh and ready to innovate, while protecting everyone involved from big antitrust lawsuits. No money changes now, but the group’s open to more members joining anytime!

Next: 2025-02192 — Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several important filings from energy companies about ownership changes, new energy projects, and updates to electric rates. PacifiCorp handed over the Keno Dam to the government, and a few companies like Evelyn Energy Storage and Northumberland Solar are confirming their special energy status. These changes could affect energy prices and operations soon, with public comments due by mid-February 2025.