U.S. Gears Up for London Shipping Summit on Ocean Rules

2026-04931 — Schedule of Fees for Consular Services-Fee for Administrative Processing of Request for Certificate of Loss of Nationality of the United States

Good news for U.S. citizens and nationals who want to give up their citizenship! Starting April 13, 2026, the fee for processing a Certificate of Loss of Nationality drops from $2,350 to just $450. This big price cut makes it way easier and cheaper to handle this important paperwork at U.S. embassies and consulates.

2025-17851 — Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, Department of State and Overseas Embassies and Consulates-Visa Services Fee Changes

The Department of State is adding a $1 fee to enter the Diversity Visa lottery to share costs more fairly among all applicants. This means everyone who wants to try their luck at the visa lottery will pay a small fee upfront, instead of only winners paying later. The new fee will start when you register online, so get ready to pay a buck when you apply!

2025-14826 — Visas: Visa Bond Pilot Program

The Department of State is launching a 12-month pilot program where some travelers applying for B-1/B-2 visas from certain countries might need to pay a bond up to $15,000. This applies to visitors from places with high visa overstays or special citizenship rules. The goal? To make sure folks follow visa rules and keep travel safe and fair.

2026-13736 — 30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status

The Department of State wants to keep collecting info from sponsors who help exchange visitors get their J-1 visas. They’re asking for public feedback by August 7, 2026, to make sure the process is clear and not too time-consuming. This affects about 1,420 sponsors and could take up to 45 minutes per form, but no new fees are involved.

2026-13634 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The Department of State is updating how it handles records about Foreign Service grievance appeals and separations. These changes improve how information is stored, used, and protected, affecting employees involved in grievance cases. The updates take effect immediately, but some parts are open for public comments until August 6, 2026, with no new costs involved.

2026-13348 — Specially Designated Global Terrorist Designation of Chone Killers

The U.S. government has officially labeled the Chone Killers gang as a global terrorist threat. This means their assets can be frozen, and Americans are banned from doing business with them starting immediately. This move helps protect U.S. security and stops the gang from moving money or resources freely.

Previous: 2025-17233 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Proposed Collection; Comment Request for a Modified OGE Form 201 Request an Individual's Ethics Documents

The U.S. Office of Government Ethics wants to update and extend the form people use to request government ethics documents for three more years. This affects anyone needing access to public financial reports from executive branch officials. The updated form is heading to the Office of Management and Budget for review, keeping the process smooth and official.

Next: 2025-17235 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Information Collection Renewal; Submission for OMB Review; Disclosure and Reporting of CRA-Related Agreements

The OCC is renewing its paperwork rules about sharing and reporting agreements related to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). Banks and lenders who make these agreements will keep reporting them, but the OCC wants your thoughts before finalizing. This update helps keep things clear and on track without adding extra hassle or costs, with the review happening now.