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2026-13245, Procedures for Implementing the National Environmental Policy Act

NASA is updating its rules for how it checks the environmental impact of its projects to make the process clearer and faster for everyone involved. This change affects NASA staff, project partners, and the public by providing new guidelines and updated lists of projects that don’t need detailed reviews. The new rules take effect on August 17, 2026, and NASA is asking for public comments by July 31, 2026.

2026-16681, Submission for OMB Review; Prohibition on Contracting With Entities Using Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to OMB a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding the prohibition on contracting with entities using certain telecommunications and video surveillance services.

2026-16677, Submission for OMB Review; Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds

The government is asking to keep collecting info from subcontractors who want to see payment bonds before working on federal construction projects. This helps protect everyone by making sure payments are secure. If you’re a subcontractor or supplier, you might need to request these bonds soon, and comments on this process are open until September 14, 2026.

2026-16679, Submission for OMB Review; Architect-Engineer Qualifications (SF-330)

The government is asking to keep using a form called SF-330, which architects and engineers fill out to show they’re qualified for big projects over a certain dollar amount. This form helps officials pick the best team for the job. If you’re an architect-engineer firm, keep an eye out—comments on this must be sent by September 14, 2026, but there’s no new cost or big changes coming.

2026-16678, Submission for OMB Review; Contract Financing

The government is asking for approval to keep collecting info from contractors about how they want to get paid during contracts. This affects companies working with the government, who must share details about payment schedules and amounts. Comments are open until September 14, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up if you have thoughts!

2026-16680, Submission for OMB Review; Privacy Training

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to OMB a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding privacy training.

Previous: 2025-04086, Self-Regulatory Organizations; NYSE American LLC; Notice of Filing of Proposed Change To Amend Rule 915 To Permit Options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares

NYSE American wants to let people trade options on Commodity-Based Trust Shares, which are like special investment units tied to commodities. This change affects investors and traders by giving them more ways to invest and trade starting soon after approval. It’s a smart move to keep up with competitors and could open new money-making chances in the market.

Next: 2025-04091, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 89, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; GPI Beauty, Inc.; (Plastic Tube Sleeves); Las Vegas, Nevada

GPI Beauty, Inc. in Las Vegas wants to start making plastic tube sleeves inside Foreign-Trade Zone 89. This means they can save money on import taxes while producing their products locally. The government fixed a small mistake about the city name in their earlier announcement, so everything’s clear and ready to roll!