Reform Office Petitions to Tame Sneaky Subscription Traps

2026-06057 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension

The Federal Trade Commission wants to keep collecting info for three more years from certain car dealers and other businesses to make sure they follow marketing rules that protect consumers. This extension won’t add new costs but helps keep things running smoothly until April 2029. If you’re a business affected, you have until April 29, 2026, to share your thoughts.

2026-06056 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension

The Federal Trade Commission wants to keep its rule that makes sellers show written warranty info before you buy products over $15. They’re asking for your thoughts on extending this rule for three more years, with no big changes or extra costs. If you want to speak up, you’ve got until May 29, 2026, to send in your comments!

2026-04907 — Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Rental Housing Fee Practices

The FTC is looking into sneaky rental housing fees that might trick renters. They want to stop landlords from hiding extra costs or charging fees without clear permission. If you rent or rent out, your feedback by April 13, 2026, could help shape new rules that make renting fairer and clearer for everyone.

2026-04952 — Rule Concerning the Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans

The FTC wants to update rules about 'negative option' plans—those sneaky deals where you get charged unless you say no. They’re asking for ideas to help people avoid unwanted charges and make canceling easier. If you’re a business or shopper dealing with subscriptions or automatic payments, speak up by April 13, 2026!

2025-17091 — Telemarketing Sales Rule Fees; Correction

The FTC fixed a date mistake in its update about fees for using the Do Not Call Registry. Businesses that access the Registry will pay new fees starting October 1, 2025, not 2024. This correction keeps everything clear and on track for the right timing and costs.

2025-16430 — Telemarketing Sales Rule Fees

The FTC is updating the fees for companies that use the National Do Not Call Registry to stop unwanted calls. This change affects telemarketers who pay to access the list, and the new fees will help keep the system running smoothly. These updates kick in soon, so businesses should get ready to pay the new rates.

Previous: 2025-00512 — Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is updating rules about hunting migratory birds in Alaska to keep traditional practices alive and clear about when and where people can harvest birds. These changes affect Alaska Native communities and others who rely on these birds for subsistence. The updates come from teamwork between the Service, Alaska officials, and Native groups, with no new costs but important timing and location tweaks.

Next: 2025-00693 — Special Local Regulations & Safety Zones; USCG Sector Eastern Great Lakes

The Coast Guard wants to update rules for special local regulations and safety zones in the Eastern Great Lakes to keep everyone safe on the water. These changes affect boaters and event organizers by adjusting when and where safety zones happen each year. They’re asking for your feedback before making it official, with no new fees involved.