DoD Extends Paperwork Chase for Tech Data Rights

2026-05935 — Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software

The Department of Defense is renewing its paperwork rules about who owns technical data and software rights in defense contracts. This affects over 46,000 businesses that work with the DoD, requiring them to provide info about their software and data rights. Comments on these rules are open until April 27, 2026, and the paperwork takes about 1.6 hours per response.

2026-03870 — Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Performance-Based Payments-Representation (OMB Control Number 0750-0001)

The Department of Defense wants to keep collecting info from businesses about performance-based payments to make sure everything runs smoothly. This info collection, affecting about 438 companies, is up for a three-year extension with no big changes or extra costs. Comments on this plan are open until April 27, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!

2025-17359 — Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Assessing Contractor Implementation of Cybersecurity Requirements (DFARS Case 2019-D041)

The Department of Defense is updating its rules to make sure contractors follow new cybersecurity standards called the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). This change affects companies working with the DoD and helps protect important defense information. Contractors should get ready to meet these new rules soon, which could impact how they do business and spend money on cybersecurity.

2026-00544 — Information Collection Requirements; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); Cyber Incident Reporting and Cloud Computing

If you’re a business working with the Department of Defense, you need to report any cyber incidents and cloud computing issues quickly. This update reminds contractors about the rules and asks for public comments by January 14, 2026. Reporting helps keep defense info safe, and it usually takes less than half an hour per report.

2025-24283 — Information Collection Requirement; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); Quality Assurance

The Department of Defense is renewing its rules for collecting quality assurance info from businesses working on defense contracts. This affects over 60,000 companies who must keep detailed records and report safety issues quickly to help keep equipment safe. Comments on these rules are open until February 5, 2026, and the paperwork takes a lot of time—about 64 hours per response!

2025-24266 — Information Collection Requirements; Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement; Contractors Performing Private Security Functions Outside the United States

The Department of Defense is updating rules for companies that provide private security outside the U.S. These contractors must report certain security incidents more clearly, helping keep everyone safer. About 10 businesses will spend a little extra time on paperwork, with comments open until February 4, 2026.

Previous: 2026-00586 — Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request;

The Department of Agriculture is asking for public feedback on a form they use to manage debt settlements for rural electric loans. This helps make sure the info they collect is useful and not too much work for folks involved. Comments are open until February 13, 2026, so anyone affected by these loans should speak up!

Next: 2026-00593 — Departure Notification Record; Correction

ICE made a small but important fix to a recent notice about the Departure Notification Record. They corrected the docket number so everyone can find and comment on the right document. This update doesn’t change any deadlines or costs but keeps things clear and on track for anyone involved.