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2025-20402 — Updated Definition of “Waters of the United States”

The EPA and Army Corps are updating the rules that decide which waters are protected under the Clean Water Act, following a 2023 Supreme Court decision. This change helps everyone know exactly which waters are covered, making it easier to protect lakes, rivers, and wetlands while respecting state and tribal rights. People and businesses affected should share their thoughts by January 5, 2026, as this update could impact water projects and environmental protections.

2026-06220 — Proposed Collection; Comment Request

The U.S. Army wants your thoughts on a new form they plan to use for passport and visa services. They’re checking if the form is useful, easy to fill out, and not too much work for people. You’ve got until June 1, 2026, to share your ideas—no money changes yet, just a chance to help make things smoother!

2026-06217 — Revised Non-Foreign Overseas Per Diem Rates

Starting April 1, 2026, government travelers heading to places like Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories will see updated daily pay rates for lodging and meals. The biggest changes hit Puerto Rico, where lodging costs went up in several spots. If you think a rate isn’t fair, you can ask for a review to get it fixed!

2026-06213 — Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

The Department of Defense is asking for approval to keep collecting dental claim info from about 75,000 active-duty service members who get dental care outside military clinics. This helps track their dental health and pay providers quickly. Comments on this plan are open until April 30, 2026, and filling out the form takes about 15 minutes each time.

2026-06215 — Proposed Collection; Comment Request

The Army’s United States Military Academy wants your thoughts on a new way to collect info from people applying to join. They’re checking if this process is useful, clear, and not too much work for applicants. You’ve got until June 1, 2026, to share your ideas—no money changes yet, just making things smoother!

2026-06221 — Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

The Department of Defense is asking for approval to collect info from people applying for the Women, Infants, and Children Overseas Program (WIC Overseas). About 14,550 folks will fill out forms twice a year, each taking about 15 minutes. Comments on this plan are open until April 30, 2026, and the process won’t cost applicants anything extra.

Previous: 2025-18818 — Domestic Sugar Program-FY 2025 Reassignment and FY26 Overall Sugar Marketing Allotment, Cane Sugar and Beet Sugar Marketing Allotments and Company Allocations

The USDA is updating how much sugar cane each state can sell for the 2025 year and setting new sugar limits for 2026 for both cane and beet sugar. These changes affect sugar processors and farmers across the U.S. and will guide how much sugar can be marketed from October 2024 through September 2026. This helps keep sugar supply steady and fair, with important deadlines coming up soon.

Next: 2025-18823 — Bayer U.S.-Crop Science: Determination of Nonregulated Status of MON 95379 Lepidopteran-Protected Maize (Corn) Genetically Engineered To Produce Two Insecticidal Proteins To Protect Against Feeding Damage Caused by Target Lepidopteran Pests

The government has decided that Bayer’s MON 95379 corn, which is genetically engineered to protect itself from certain insect pests, is safe and no longer needs special regulation. This means farmers can grow this corn without extra restrictions, helping protect crops from bugs and potentially saving money on pesticides. The decision is official now, so the corn can be used and sold freely.