Docs Need Disability Training? NCD Seeks Public Wisdom Now

2026-04513 — Request for Information; Creation of a State, Local, Territory and Tribal Emergency Management Toolkit

The National Council on Disability is asking for ideas to help build a toolkit that guides states, cities, tribes, and territories on how to include people with disabilities in emergency plans. This toolkit aims to make sure everyone stays safe during disasters, like hurricanes, by sharing smart tips and updates from past experiences. Comments are open until April 3, 2026, so communities can help shape this important safety tool.

2025-23952 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The National Council on Disability is holding a two-day meeting in January 2026, both in Orlando and online, to discuss important issues like youth in nursing homes, disaster experiences, and accessible transportation. This meeting affects people with disabilities, especially in Florida, and aims to improve policies and services. No new costs are mentioned, but the event invites public input and shares updates on ongoing projects.

2025-15517 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The National Council on Disability is holding a two-day meeting on August 28-29, 2025, both in Washington, DC, and online. They’ll discuss how to make transportation and disaster plans better for people with disabilities. This meeting invites public input and aims to improve accessibility without any new costs announced.

2025-07622 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The National Council on Disability is holding a two-day in-person meeting on May 29-30, 2025, in New York City to discuss important disability policies, youth employment, and nursing home issues. They’ll also train staff on transparency rules and plan for the next year’s work. This meeting affects people with disabilities, advocates, and anyone interested in disability policy, with no new costs announced but plenty of chances to speak up and shape the future.

2025-03023 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The National Council on Disability is holding a two-day meeting on March 6-7, 2025, both in Washington, DC, and online. They’ll discuss important topics like tax issues for disabled workers, disaster experiences, and ethics training, with a special chance for the public to share their thoughts. This meeting affects people with disabilities, advocates, and anyone interested in disability rights, with no new costs but plenty of fresh ideas and updates.

2026-06512 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards

Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel Mine. They’re asking to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well or better. If approved, this could affect how safety checks are done and might save the company some time or money. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts on this idea.

Previous: 2025-21584 — Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on December 12, 2025, to review important grant applications for infectious disease research. This meeting was delayed due to a government shutdown but is now urgent to keep vital health research funding on track. Scientists and public health projects counting on NIH money are the ones affected by this quick reschedule.

Next: 2025-21587 — Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board Membership

Starting October 1, 2025, the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency updated its Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board members. This board reviews how well top government executives perform and helps decide their future pay and roles. These changes affect senior leaders across federal agencies but don’t signal any new costs or deadlines for the public.