Treasury Extends Form for Deceased Bond Claimants

2026-04298 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Special Bond of Indemnity by Purchaser of United States Savings Bonds/Notes Involved in a Chain Letter Scheme

The Treasury is extending a form that helps people get refunds if they bought U.S. Savings Bonds through a tricky chain letter scheme. This affects individuals who need to fill out a special bond of indemnity form, which takes about 8 minutes to complete. Comments on this process are open until May 4, 2026, and there’s no new cost involved—just a smooth continuation of the current system.

2025-21519 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Application Form for U.S. Department of the Treasury Accountable Official Stored Value Card (SVC) Program

The Treasury Department is extending the use of a form that helps officials get and manage special government debit cards called Stored Value Cards (SVCs). This form collects info to make sure payments and debts linked to these cards are handled properly. If you’re involved with these cards, you can comment on the form by January 27, 2026—no cost changes, just keeping things running smoothly!

2025-21518 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Application Forms for U.S. Department of the Treasury Stored Value Card (SVC) Program

The Treasury Department is extending the use of forms for its Stored Value Card program, which helps people get and manage prepaid cards. If you’re applying or working as a contractor, you’ll keep using these forms to share info and authorize payments. No big changes or costs, but if you want to comment, do it by January 27, 2026!

2025-16103 — Public Dissemination of the Identity of a Delinquent Debtor

If you owe the government money and haven’t paid up, your name might be shared publicly to help collect the debt. Federal agencies will now follow clear rules about when and how to share this info, making the process fair and consistent. This change helps speed up debt collection while protecting your rights.

2025-14441 — Prompt Payment Interest Rate; Contract Disputes Act

Starting July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, the interest rate for late government payments is set at 4.625% per year. This means if the government pays contractors late, they owe this extra interest. Contractors and agencies should note this rate to keep their money matters fair and square!

2025-02986 — Prompt Payment Interest Rate; Contract Disputes Act

Starting January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, the interest rate for late government payments is set at 4.625% per year. This means if the government pays contractors late, they owe this extra money. Contractors and agencies should note this rate to keep payments fair and on time!

Previous: 2026-04294 — SBIC License Issuance

The Small Business Administration just announced new licenses for several Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs), letting them invest more money to help small businesses grow. These licenses, issued between January and February 2026, set how much extra funding each SBIC can use, ranging from no leverage to double their capital. If you’re involved with these funds or small business investing, keep an eye on these fresh opportunities rolling out now!

Next: 2026-04296 — Importer of Controlled Substances Application: Catalent Greenville, Inc.

Catalent Greenville, Inc. wants to become an official importer of psilocybin, a controlled substance. This affects companies involved in drug manufacturing and importation, who can comment or request a hearing by April 3, 2026. No direct costs are mentioned, but the decision could impact the controlled substances market.