National Archives Lists Records for Disposal
Published Date: 6/15/2026
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Summary
The National Archives is sharing new plans from federal agencies about which old records they want to toss because they’re no longer needed. If you have thoughts, you can comment by July 30, 2026. This affects anyone interested in government record-keeping and helps keep things tidy without extra costs or delays.
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