SBA Declares Oklahoma Storms a Disaster Zone

2026-16611, Regulatory Agenda

This Regulatory Agenda (Agenda) is a summary of current and projected rulemakings and completed actions of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This summary information is intended to enable the public to be more aware of, and effectively participate in, SBA's regulatory activities. Accordingly, SBA invites the public to submit comments on any aspect of this Agenda.

2026-16558, Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Arizona

This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Arizona dated August 11, 2026. Incident: Pocket Fire.

2026-16551, Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Louisiana

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

2026-16554, Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Louisiana

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.

2026-16509, Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of West Virginia

This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of West Virginia (FEMA-4932-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

2026-16370, Reforms to 13 CFR 124.103 To Remove SBA's 8(a) Program's Rebuttable Presumption of Social Disadvantage for Individually Owned Firms Only. Reforms Do Not Impact Entity-Owned Firms

The U.S. Small Business Administration ("SBA" or "Agency") amends its regulations to align the Section 8(a) Business Development Program (8(a) BD program) with constitutional requirements and the law. The rule applies only to the 8(a) BD eligibility of small businesses owned and controlled by individuals. It does not in any way amend or affect the eligibility of entity-owned small businesses (i.e., those owned by tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations, or Community Development Corporations). Specifically, the rule amends SBA's regulations to remove the rebuttable presumption that individuals belonging to certain designated groups are socially disadvantaged and sets forth revised standards for individuals establishing social disadvantage.

Previous: 2025-08737, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice of Employee Rights Under National Labor Relations Act Complaint Process

The Department of Labor wants to keep collecting info about how employees learn their rights under the National Labor Relations Act complaint process. This affects workers and employers who deal with labor rights, and the DOL is asking for public feedback before renewing the paperwork rules. No big cost changes, but your comments can help shape how easy it is to understand these rights!

Next: 2025-08740, Robert D. Willis Power Rate

Southwestern Power Administration plans to raise the Robert D. Willis hydropower rates by 28.6%, boosting yearly revenue from about $1.28 million to $1.65 million starting August 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This change affects customers using power from this project and gives everyone a chance to review and comment before it kicks in. Get ready to check out the details and share your thoughts soon!