Ed Dept Seeks Input on Migrant Student Data Updates

2026-15019, Rescinding Portions of the Department of Education Title VI Regulations To Align With the Statutory Text and Conform to Executive Order 14281

The Department of Education is changing its rules to stop punishing unintentional discrimination under Title VI, focusing only on intentional discrimination instead. This update, effective July 24, 2026, will make things clearer, cut costs for schools and organizations getting federal money, and follow a new executive order about fairness and opportunity. If you receive federal funds, these changes affect how you follow civil rights rules.

2025-15665, William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program

The government wants to change the rules for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to stop people working for shady employers from getting loan forgiveness. This means if your job is with an organization involved in serious illegal activities, you won’t qualify for loan help anymore. These changes protect taxpayers and make sure the program is fair, coming soon to keep things on the up and up.

2026-17081, Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Higher Education Act (HEA) Title II Report Cards on State Teacher Credentialing and Preparation

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the Department is proposing an extension without change of a currently approved information collection request (ICR).

2026-17001, Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization: The Secretary's Recognition of Accrediting Agencies: Institutional Eligibility Under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as Amended, Student Assistance General Provisions

The Department proposes to revise the existing accrediting agency recognition regulations at 34 CFR part 602 to implement the directives set forth in Executive Order 14279, Reforming Accreditation to Strengthen Higher Education, and other Administration priorities, align the regulations more closely with statute, and reduce regulatory burden.

2026-17006, Final Waiver and Extension of the Project Period With Funding for Arts in Education National Program

The Secretary waives the requirements in the Education Department General Administrative Regulations that generally prohibit extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds. The waiver and extension enables one project under Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.351A to receive funding for an additional period, not to exceed September 30, 2027.

2026-16596, Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions

The Secretary of Education publishes an l agenda of Federal regulatory and deregulatory actions. The agenda is issued under the authority of section 4(b) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review. The purpose of the agenda is to encourage more effective public participation in the regulatory process by providing the public with early information about the regulatory actions we plan to take.

Previous: 2025-17312, Record of Decision for the Enhanced Integrated Air and Missile Defense System on Guam Environmental Impact Statement

The U.S. is moving forward with building and running a new, super-smart missile defense system on Guam to protect against fast-changing threats. This plan affects the military, local communities, and the environment, with careful steps to reduce any harm. Construction and operations will start soon, backed by strong government support and funding to keep Guam safe.

Next: 2025-17315, Request Notice: Use of Foreign-Built Small Passenger Vessel in United States Coastwise Trade, S/V THE CAT HOUSE

MARAD is checking if a foreign-built small passenger boat called S/V THE CAT HOUSE can be used for U.S. coastal trips carrying up to 12 people. They want to hear from folks who might be affected, like U.S. boat builders or businesses using American boats, before making a decision. If you have thoughts, now’s the time to speak up—this could change who gets to sail and when.