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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.

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.

Previous: 2026-21726, Agency Information Collection Activities; 30 CFR 822-Special Permanent Program Performance Standards-Operations in Alluvial Valley Floors

The Office of Surface Mining wants to keep collecting info to make sure mining near alluvial valley floors stays safe and follows the rules. This affects mining companies who must keep protecting these special areas. They’re asking for public comments by November 25, 2026, and there’s no new cost or big changes—just a renewal to keep things running smoothly.

Next: 2026-21731, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Establishes a New Docket and the Process for Comment on Eligible Space Station Operator Transition Plans

The FCC’s Wireless Telecommunications Bureau just opened a new docket for space companies to share their plans on moving their satellite services in the Upper C-Band. If you’re a space station operator or interested party, you’ve got until November 30, 2026, to send in your comments. This process helps make sure the transition is smooth and fair, with no surprise costs or delays.