AmeriCorps Seeks Public Input on 2026-2030 Service Blueprint

2026-14906, Rescinding Portions of AmeriCorps Title VI Regulations To Conform More Closely With the Statutory Text and To Implement Executive Order 14281

AmeriCorps is updating its rules to match the original Civil Rights Act by removing parts that punish unintentional discrimination. This change affects organizations working with AmeriCorps, making compliance simpler and avoiding legal issues. Comments are open until August 24, 2026, so now’s the time to weigh in!

2026-14188, Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; AmeriCorps VISTA Criminal History Acknowledgement Form

AmeriCorps is rolling out a new form for VISTA sponsors and candidates to acknowledge criminal history info. This helps keep everyone safe and informed while serving communities. If you’re involved, you’ve got until September 14, 2026, to share your thoughts—no big costs, just a little paperwork time.

2026-10817, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance

This new rule updates how federal financial help is given and managed across many government agencies. It affects anyone who gets federal grants or aid, making the process clearer, fairer, and easier to follow. Changes kick in soon and could impact how money flows and how quickly folks get support.

2026-06135, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Disability Accommodations Reimbursement Request Form

AmeriCorps is asking for approval to keep using a form that helps people request money back for disability accommodations. This affects individuals and organizations who need these accommodations and want to get reimbursed. Comments on this form are open until April 30, 2026, and no changes to costs or timing are expected.

2026-06137, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Day of Service Application Instructions (MLK & 9/11)

AmeriCorps is updating the application instructions for their Day of Service events on MLK Day and 9/11. This affects volunteers, organizations, and businesses who want to join these special service days. They’re asking for public feedback by April 30, 2026, to make the process easier and clearer—no cost changes, just smoother paperwork!

2026-05934, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Segal Education Award-Related Information Collection Requests

AmeriCorps is renewing three important forms tied to the Segal Education Award, like the voucher and payment request forms. If you use these forms, now’s your chance to share feedback by April 27, 2026. This update aims to keep things clear and easy without adding extra hassle or costs for users.

Previous: 2026-01515, Notice of Information Collection, Request for Comment

The USDA wants your thoughts! They’re asking for comments on their plan to keep collecting feedback from the public to make their services better. If you have ideas or concerns, speak up by March 30, 2026—this won’t cost you a dime but will help reduce paperwork headaches for everyone.

Next: 2026-01520, Self-Regulatory Organizations; Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend the Opening Auction Process Provided Under Rule 11.23(b)(2)(B) To Delay the Opening Auction Under Certain Market Conditions in Order To Improve Price Discovery and Allow Executions To Occur at Prices That Better Reflect Current Market Conditions

Cboe BZX Exchange is proposing a new rule to delay the opening auction when the market is acting wild. This pause helps find better prices that truly match what's happening in the market, so traders get fairer deals. If approved, this change will affect all traders using BZX and could improve how stocks open each day without extra costs or delays.