NARA Stops Publishing Records Schedule Updates in the Federal Register
Published Date: 11/12/2026
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Summary
Starting November 12, 2026, NARA will stop announcing new General Records Schedule (GRS) updates in the Federal Register. Instead, agencies will get direct emails, and all updates will be posted instantly on NARA’s website. This change makes record-keeping smoother and faster for all federal agencies, with no extra costs or delays.
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