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2026-06104 — Name of Information Collection: NASA Complaint of Discrimination Form 1355P

NASA is updating its Complaint of Discrimination Form 1355P to make it easier for employees and job applicants to report unfair treatment based on things like race, age, or disability. This update aims to reduce paperwork and improve how complaints are handled. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until May 29, 2026, to speak up—no cost involved!

2026-06105 — Name of Information Collection: Software Catalog

NASA is renewing its Software Catalog form, which helps people and organizations request access to NASA’s software. If you want to use NASA software, you’ll need to share some basic info like your citizenship and how you plan to use it. This renewal affects about 7,000 users yearly and keeps the process smooth and electronic—comments on the process are due by May 29, 2026.

2026-05505 — Name of Information Collection: NASA Front Door

NASA is launching the NASA Front Door, a new online hub that makes it easier for people and groups to connect with NASA’s programs and experts. This tool collects basic info to help guide users to the right NASA opportunities, cutting down on paperwork and wait times. If you want to share your thoughts, comments are open until May 19, 2026, with no big costs involved.

2026-04912 — Federal Acquisition Regulation: Trade Agreements Thresholds

Starting March 13, 2026, new dollar limits kick in for government contracts under trade agreements like the WTO and various Free Trade Agreements. If you’re a business working with the government, these updated thresholds tell you when certain trade rules apply, often meaning bigger contracts get special treatment. This change helps keep government buying fair and up-to-date with global trade rules.

2026-04913 — Federal Acquisition Regulation; Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01; Small Entity Compliance Guide

Starting March 13, 2026, small businesses working with the government will see updated dollar limits for trade agreements. These changes affect when certain international trade rules kick in, making it easier to know when they apply. If you’re a small contractor, this update helps you understand new spending thresholds and plan your bids better—no surprises, just clearer rules!

2026-04911 — Federal Acquisition Regulation; Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01; Introduction

The government just updated its big rulebook for buying stuff, called the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). These changes affect businesses that want to sell to the government, especially small companies, by adjusting trade agreement rules and making it easier to follow the rules. The new rules kick in soon, so sellers should get ready to save time and maybe money!

Previous: 2025-23104 — Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney asked the FAA for a special exemption from some aviation rules to help improve their operations. This affects airlines using their engines and could speed up processes without extra costs. People have until January 6, 2026, to share their thoughts on this petition.

Next: 2025-23106 — Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Galaxy Unmanned Systems, LLC

Galaxy Unmanned Systems, LLC asked the FAA for a special exemption from some drone rules to help them operate more easily. This affects drone operators and could speed up drone use without extra costs. The public can share their thoughts by January 6, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!