NASA Launches Phase 2: Recycle Space Junk into Lunar Treasures Challenge

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.

2026-15225, Name of Information Collection: Automated Technology Licensing Application System (ATLAS)

NASA is updating its online system, ATLAS, where companies and people apply to license NASA’s patented tech. If you want to use NASA’s inventions, you’ll need to submit a solid business plan and some paperwork by August 27, 2026. This update aims to make the process smoother and less of a hassle for everyone involved.

2026-14615, Name of Information Collection: NASA Assurance of Civil Rights Compliance.

NASA is bringing back a form that grant winners must fill out to prove they don’t discriminate based on race, gender, age, or disability. This affects anyone getting NASA grants and their partners, who’ll need to update this info every three years if their grant lasts longer than 3 years. Comments on this process are open until August 20, 2026, with no new costs involved—just keeping things fair and clear!

2026-14469, Name of Information Collection: Software Catalog

NASA is updating its Software Catalog, which lets government groups, companies, schools, and people request cool NASA software. They’re making the process easier and asking for feedback by August 17, 2026. This update helps NASA share its tech widely while keeping paperwork light and smooth.

2026-13624, Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of NASA-Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

NASA updated its rules to focus only on stopping intentional discrimination in programs it funds, dropping rules about accidental unfair effects. This change makes NASA’s policies match the law better and keeps things fair and clear for everyone getting federal help. The new rules start on July 6, 2026, with no extra costs involved.

2026-13110, Name of Information Collection: NASA Astronaut Candidate Selection Qualifications Inquiry

NASA is updating how it collects info about astronaut applicants by asking their bosses, co-workers, and references for feedback. This helps NASA pick the best space explorers while cutting down on paperwork. If you’re involved, get ready to share your thoughts by July 30, 2026—no extra costs, just a smoother astronaut selection process!

Previous: 2025-15164, Notice of Public Hearing and Request for Comments on the Fair Market Value and Maximum Economic Recovery for the Little Eccles Coal Lease by Application, UTU-92226, in Emery County, Utah

The Bureau of Land Management wants your thoughts on how much the coal in the Little Eccles lease in Emery County, Utah, is really worth and how much can be profitably mined. This affects local communities, coal companies, and anyone interested in land use and energy resources. Speak up soon—your comments could shape the lease’s future value and mining plans!

Next: 2025-15166, Agency Information Collection Activities; Policy for Evaluation of Conservation Efforts When Making Listing Decisions (PECE)

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is renewing a paperwork process that helps them decide if conservation efforts are working before listing a species as endangered. This renewal won’t change anything or cost extra time or money. It mainly affects people and groups involved in protecting wildlife and making sure the rules stay clear and simple.