Air Force Swaps Old Eco-Rules for DoD's Fresh Guidelines

2026-04876 — Proposed Collection; Comment Request

The Air Force wants your thoughts on a new info collection called the Cargo Movement Operations System. They’re checking if it’s useful, clear, and not too much work for people to fill out. If you have ideas or concerns, speak up by May 11, 2026—this helps keep things smooth and efficient without wasting time or money.

2026-03624 — Notice of Adoption of Categorical Exclusions Under the National Environmental Policy Act

The Air Force is now using 27 environmental shortcuts called categorical exclusions (CATEXs) from other federal agencies to speed up their projects without harming nature. This means fewer delays and less paperwork for actions that don’t cause big environmental impacts. These changes take effect right away and help the Air Force save time and money while protecting the environment.

2026-02686 — Notice of Intent To Grant a Partially Exclusive Patent License

The Air Force plans to give Ravee Optics Inc. a special patent license to use cool new tech that works with infrared imaging and communication. If anyone has concerns, they have 15 days to speak up. This deal could help bring new inventions to life without costing taxpayers extra money.

2026-02688 — Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Basing F-16 Fighting Falcon Fighter Squadron at Gowen Field-Idaho Air National Guard Base, Ada County, Boise, Idaho

The Air Force plans to bring a squadron of 21 F-16 fighter jets to Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho, replacing the current A-10 planes. This change means new buildings and upgrades at the base, and the community will get a chance to share their thoughts during a 30-day comment period starting now. The draft report on the impact of this move will come out in Summer 2026, with the final version expected by Spring 2027.

2026-02691 — Notice of 2026 Public Interface Control Working Group (PICWG) and Open Public Forum

The Space Systems Command is hosting a free, online meeting on June 16, 2026, to talk about updates to important GPS documents that affect how GPS works for everyone. If you use or rely on GPS tech, this is your chance to learn about changes and share your thoughts. No money changes now, but your feedback could shape future GPS updates!

2026-02596 — Notice of Intent To Grant a Partially Exclusive Patent License

The Air Force plans to give Airtrek Robotics a special patent license to use technology that helps detect dangerous debris on paved surfaces. If anyone has concerns, they have 15 days to speak up. This deal could speed up safer, smarter detection tech without extra cost to the public right now.

Previous: 2025-12247 — Extension of the Prohibition Against Certain Flights in the Kabul Flight Information Region (FIR) (OAKX)

The FAA is extending the ban on certain flights in the Kabul airspace for another three years, from July 25, 2025, to July 25, 2028. This affects U.S. airlines, pilots with FAA certificates, and operators of U.S.-registered planes, unless they're flying for foreign carriers. The move keeps everyone safer by avoiding risky flights in that region.

Next: 2025-12286 — Adoption of Updated EDGAR Filer Manual

The SEC is updating the EDGAR Filer Manual to match new system changes launching soon. These updates affect companies and people who file reports with the SEC, making the filing process smoother and more secure. The new rules kick in around late 2024, with no extra costs expected for filers.