USDA Seeks Feedback on Digital Meat Inspector App

2026-22944, Modification to Work Requirements for Able-Bodied Adults

This new rule changes work requirements for able-bodied adults on SNAP, giving some people more time before they lose benefits if they don’t work or train. It updates who can skip the time limit, adds special exceptions for Alaska and Hawaii, and tightens rules for requesting waivers. These changes could affect many SNAP participants starting after the rule is finalized, aiming to make the program fairer and clearer.

2026-22936, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Reforming Categorical Eligibility

This new rule changes who can automatically qualify for food help through SNAP. Only families getting direct cash help from TANF will qualify, not those getting other types of TANF services. This means SNAP benefits will better target families who really need them, starting after the comment period ends on December 10, 2026.

2026-22679, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Online Ordering and Transactions and Food Delivery Revisions To Meet the Needs of a Modern, Data-Driven Program

Starting December 7, 2026, the WIC program is getting a tech upgrade! This means easier online ordering, smoother food delivery, and better use of data to help moms, babies, and kids get healthy food faster. States will have new tools to modernize WIC while keeping everything secure and fair, with clear deadlines to follow and room for feedback until January 5, 2027.

2026-21658, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Electronic Benefits Transfer Card Security Measures

The USDA is proposing new rules to make SNAP EBT cards safer and easier to use by updating their technology to match modern payment systems. These changes will help protect benefits from theft and make sure approved families can access their food aid without hassle. People can share their thoughts on these updates until December 22, 2026, with no immediate cost changes announced.

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.

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The Commission is acknowledging a recent Postal Service filing announcing its intention to change prices not of general applicability to be effective January 1, 2027. This document informs the public of the filing, invites public comment, and takes other administrative steps.

Next: 2026-16452, Formal Meetings Between the Food and Drug Administration and Sponsors or Applicants of Prescription Drug User Fee Act Products; Guidance for Industry; Availability

The FDA just released final guidance on how drug companies can have formal meetings with them about new prescription drugs. This helps drug makers and the FDA work better together to speed up drug reviews, especially for products under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act. The new rules kick in right away and aim to make meetings clearer and more helpful without extra costs.