USDA Seeks Feedback on Yet Another Small-Business Innovation Form

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: 2026-22613, Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Higher Education Act (HEA) Title II Report Cards on State Teacher Credentialing and Preparation

The Department of Education wants to update how states report on teacher training and credentialing under the Higher Education Act. This affects state, local, and tribal governments, plus some private groups, who’ll provide updated info by December 7, 2026. The goal is to make the process clearer and less of a hassle without costing extra money or time.

Next: 2026-22618, United States, et al. v. OhioHealth Corporation; Amended Response to Public Comments on the Proposed Final Judgment

The U.S. government and Ohio have responded to public feedback about their plan to fix competition problems with OhioHealth Corporation. They made a small update to address a missed comment but stand firm that their plan is fair and will protect the public. This means OhioHealth must follow new rules soon to keep healthcare competitive and fair.