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2026-04581 — OneRD Annual Notice of Guarantee Fee Rates, Periodic Retention Fee Rates, Loan Guarantee Percentage and Fee for Issuance of the Loan Note Guarantee Prior to Construction Completion for Fiscal Year 2026

Starting October 1, 2025, the USDA’s Rural Development agencies are updating the fees and loan guarantee percentages for their loan programs that help rural businesses, housing, utilities, and energy projects. If you’re applying for these loans in fiscal year 2026, expect new rates for guarantee fees, retention fees, and issuance fees before construction finishes. These changes keep the programs running smoothly and support rural communities with fair costs.

2025-22660 — OneRD Guarantee Loan Regulation

The USDA’s Rural Development agencies have confirmed new rules to improve how they manage loans that help rural businesses, housing, utilities, and energy projects. These changes affect borrowers applying for guaranteed loans and aim to keep things running smoothly and fairly. The final rules took effect on November 29, 2024, so anyone involved should be ready to follow the updated guidelines.

2025-22567 — OneRD Guaranteed Loan Regulation

The USDA fixed some mistakes in the OneRD Guaranteed Loan rules that affect businesses and communities using loans for things like water, energy, and rural projects. These corrections clear up confusing definitions and bring back important parts accidentally removed. The updated rules take effect December 11, 2025, helping keep loan programs running smoothly without changing the money involved.

2025-12877 — Removal of Unconstitutional Preferences Based on Race and Sex in Response to Court Ruling

The USDA is stopping special benefits based on race and sex in certain farm programs after a court ruling. This change affects farmers and others who got extra help before, and it means future benefits will be fair to everyone. These updates start soon and could change how money is given out in these programs.

2026-03140 — Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection

The USDA’s Rural Utilities Service wants to keep collecting info for its Broadband Technical Assistance Program, which helps bring internet to rural areas. They’re asking for your thoughts by April 20, 2026, to make sure the process is easy and useful. This extension won’t cost extra but keeps the program running smoothly for communities that need better broadband.

2026-01934 — Notice of Funding Opportunities for the Strategic Economic and Community Development Program for FY 2026

The USDA is offering money in 2026 to help communities work together on big projects that boost local economies and improve living conditions. Different programs have set deadlines and specific ways to apply, so folks interested should check the USDA website soon. This funding supports loans and grants aimed at making rural areas stronger and more connected.

Previous: 2025-13461 — Obsolete Provisions

FAS is cleaning house by removing old and unnecessary rules from title 7 to make things simpler and cheaper for everyone involved. This update affects anyone who follows these regulations and helps cut down on confusion and costs. The changes take effect soon, making the rules easier to understand and follow without extra hassle.

Next: 2025-13497 — Federal Subsistence Management Program; Transfer of Regulations

The rules for managing subsistence hunting and fishing on federal lands are moving from one government department to another to keep things neat and organized. This change affects folks who rely on these programs, like hunters and fishers, and updates the rules to match the new setup. No big money changes, just smoother management starting now!