New Mexico's Disaster Aid Upgraded for Storm Recovery Efforts

2026-17987, Updated Minimum Performance Standards for Commercialization for Firms That Receive Funding Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is publishing for public comment updated minimum performance standards for commercialization for firms funded through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. This commercialization benchmark establishes a minimum share of annual revenue that a Small Business Concern (SBC) must derive from sources other than SBIR or STTR program funding in order to remain eligible for a new Phase I or Direct-to-Phase II award, where that SBC has received more than 25 Phase II awards during the five most recently completed fiscal years, excluding the current fiscal year. The revised benchmark will supersede the benchmark announced at 78 FR 48537 and 78 FR 59410. This requirement is issued under the authority of Section 9 of the Small Business Act.

2026-17973, Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Missouri

This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Missouri dated August 28, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

2026-17851, Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Idaho

This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Idaho dated August 26, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

2026-17866, Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana

This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Indiana (FEMA- 4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

2026-17731, Rescinding Unnecessary Notice and Comment Procedures

This final rule rescinds the Administration's policy of engaging in notice and comment rulemaking even where the Administrative Procedure Act does not require notice and comment rulemaking. As a result of this final rule, the Administration will follow the default requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act. The Administration will reserve the right to engage in voluntary notice and comment rulemaking even where not required by the Administrative Procedure Act as a matter of policy on a case by case basis.

2026-17755, Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Indiana

This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

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Two folks want permission to build homes in Baldwin County, AL, where the Alabama beach mouse lives. They’ve applied for special permits that let them protect the mouse while building. The Fish and Wildlife Service is asking the public to share thoughts before deciding.

Next: 2025-15981, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request

CMS wants your thoughts on their plan to collect info from the public and is asking for comments over the next 60 days. This helps make sure the questions they ask aren’t too much work and actually useful. If you’re someone who deals with CMS forms, this is your chance to speak up before any changes happen.