Records Schedules; Availability and Request for Comments
Published Date: 4/17/2026
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The National Archives is sharing new plans from federal agencies about which old records they want to toss. They’re asking the public to check out these plans and share thoughts by June 4, 2026. This helps keep government files tidy without costing extra money or time.
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