Shuffling $3M in Leftover Energy Aid to Needy States

2026-05997 — Reducing Bureaucracy and Burden for Human Services and Emergency Response Programs-Repatriation Program

The Department of Health and Human Services wants to simplify rules for helping U.S. citizens, including those with mental health needs, who come back from other countries. This change cuts out old, unnecessary steps to make the process faster and easier for everyone involved. People can share their thoughts on these updates by April 27, 2026, with no new costs expected.

2026-05994 — Reducing Bureaucracy and Burden for Native American Programs

The Department of Health and Human Services is making rules simpler for Native American programs by cutting out old, confusing regulations. This change helps Native communities get support faster and with less hassle. People can share their thoughts on these updates until April 27, 2026, and the new rules aim to save time and money for everyone involved.

2026-05954 — Submission for Office of Management and Budget Review; Administration for Children and Families Congressionally Directed Community Projects-Uniform Project Description

The Administration for Children and Families is updating and extending a form that helps track community projects funded by Congress. These changes make the application easier and faster to complete, cutting down on paperwork for groups receiving money. If you’re involved in these projects, get ready to use the new form starting soon, and don’t forget to share your thoughts by April 27, 2026!

2026-05938 — Proposed Information Collection Activity; Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Pilot Evaluation

The government wants to test new ways to help families get Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) by picking up to five states for a special pilot program. They’ll collect info from staff and participants to see what works best and share results with Congress by 2027. If you work with TANF or live in a pilot state, you might see some new surveys and interviews starting soon!

2026-05855 — Submission for OMB Review; Annual Report on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Programs and State Maintenance-of-Effort Programs-ACF-204 (Annual TANF and MOE Report)

The government is asking to keep collecting the Annual TANF and MOE Report for three more years to track how states help families in need. No big changes to the form, just updated instructions and workload estimates. States and territories will keep sharing info that helps Congress see how money is spent and how programs are working, with comments due by April 27, 2026.

2026-05484 — Notice for Public Comment on Administration for Native Americans' Program Policies and Procedures

The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) is asking for your thoughts on some updates to their funding rules for 2026. These changes mainly affect groups applying for grants that support Native American economic and tech projects. You’ve got until April 20, 2026, to share your feedback before the new rules take effect—so don’t miss out on shaping the future and funding!

Previous: 2026-06129 — Float Glass Products From China and Malaysia; Determinations

The U.S. found that imports of float glass from China hurt American glass makers because they’re sold at unfairly low prices or get government help. While imports from Malaysia were also looked at, the U.S. decided those imports are too small to worry about and stopped that part of the investigation. This means some import rules and duties on Chinese glass will stay in place to protect U.S. businesses.

Next: 2026-06134 — Codex Alimentarius Commission: Meeting of the Codex Committee on Food Labelling

The U.S. Codex Office is hosting a fun and informative online meeting on April 23, 2026, to talk about food labeling rules before the big Codex Committee meeting in Canada this May. This affects food makers, sellers, and anyone interested in clear, fair food labels. Your comments can help shape the rules that protect shoppers and keep trade fair—no extra costs yet, just your voice!