USDA Wants Comments on Research Grant Proposal Reviews

2026-19532, Amendments To Import Requirements for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

The USDA is proposing to shorten the waiting time for importing live birds and bird products from 90 days to 28 days after a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak. This change helps foreign exporters get back to business faster while keeping the U.S. safe from bird flu. If you’re involved in bird imports, get ready to comment by November 23, 2026, and watch for updates that could speed up trade without extra costs.

2026-17538, Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program; Correction

The Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) announced the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program in a final rule on February 23, 2026. This correction amends the definition of "corn" to add blue and red corn, which are eligible commodities for the FBA Program.

2026-16965, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation

The USDA wants to cancel the 2001 Roadless Rule that stopped road building and logging in special forest areas. This change gives local forest managers more freedom to decide how to care for these lands based on local needs. People have until September 21, 2026, to share their thoughts, and this could affect how forests are managed and how money is spent on these lands.

2026-16760, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing; Extension of Comment Period

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) is extending the public comment period on the proposed rule, "Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing," which was published in the Federal Register on June 24, 2026. This action extends the public comment period from August 24, 2026, to September 8, 2026, to give the public additional time to review the proposed rule.

2026-13878, Supplemental Disaster Assistance Programs, Marketing Assistance Loans, and Sugar Provisions

Farmers and ranchers get some fresh updates to disaster help and loan programs thanks to the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act! This means better support for losses from birds, drought, and even unborn animals, plus higher loan rates for crops through 2031. Cotton growers and sugar producers also see new rules that could boost their payments and loan reviews starting now.

2026-12696, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Changes in Federal-State Administrative Cost Sharing

Starting in fiscal year 2027, the federal government will pay less—dropping its share of SNAP state administrative costs from 50% to 25%. This change affects states running the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and means they’ll cover more of the costs. If you want to share your thoughts, make sure to comment by August 24, 2026!

Previous: 2025-24005, Decision To Evaluate a Petition To Designate a Class of Employees From United Nuclear Corporation in Hematite, Missouri, To Be Included in the Special Exposure Cohort

NIOSH is checking out a request to add workers from United Nuclear Corporation in Hematite, Missouri, who worked between 1958 and 1965, to a special group that helps people exposed to dangerous stuff on the job. If approved, these employees (or their families) could get easier access to health benefits and compensation. This review kicks off now, so stay tuned for updates that might affect claims and support.

Next: 2025-24007, Determination Pursuant to Section 102 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, as Amended

Starting December 30, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security is speeding up the building of barriers and roads along the Texas border by temporarily skipping some usual rules. This move helps stop illegal crossings and keeps the country safer. It affects border construction projects and aims to get things done faster without extra costs mentioned.