Healthcare & Life Sciences

Regulations.gov Document Not Found Error

The regulations.gov website is experiencing a general error, preventing access to a specific document. Users are advised to check the URL, return to the homepage, or contact the Help Desk if the problem persists. This notice indicates a technical issue rather than a regulatory change.

Indian Health Service Expands Purchased/Referred Care Delivery Area for Iowa Tribe

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has expanded the Purchased/Referred Care Delivery Area (PRCDA) for the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska. This expansion adds Jackson County, Kansas, and Holt County, Missouri, to the existing service area, aiming to authorize additional tribal members to receive Purchased/Referred Care services.

Indian Health Service CHEF Threshold for FY25 Set at $19,095

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has announced the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) threshold for Fiscal Year 2025. The threshold has been set at $19,095, reflecting a 0.5% increase from the previous year's medical care expenditure category of the Consumer Price Index.

IHS 2026 Reimbursement Rates Notice

The Indian Health Service (IHS) has published a notice regarding the 2026 reimbursement rates. This notice provides updated financial information for healthcare providers participating in IHS programs.

IHS Announces FY2026 Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund Threshold

The Indian Health Service (IHS) announced the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) threshold for Fiscal Year 2026. The threshold has been set at $19,630, an increase from the previous year, calculated based on medical care expenditure inflation.

Indian Health Service Employment Declaration Form Public Comment

The Indian Health Service (IHS) is requesting public comments on the reinstatement of the "Addendum to Declaration for Federal Employment (OF 306), Indian Health Service, Childcare and Indian Child Care Worker Positions" form. This notice is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, seeking input on an existing information collection.

HHS Proposed Rule: HIV Organ Transplant Policy Equity Act Implementation

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) proposes to amend regulations implementing the National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA) to remove research and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements for the transplantation of kidneys and livers from HIV-positive donors to HIV-positive recipients. This proposed rule aligns with the HIV Organ Policy Equity (HOPE) Act.

HRSA Document HRSA-2026-0001-0001

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued a new government document, identified as HRSA-2026-0001-0001. This notice serves as an informational update for healthcare providers and public health authorities within the United States.

HRSA Notice 2026-03838

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued Notice 2026-03838. This notice provides general information and updates relevant to healthcare providers and public health authorities. Specific details regarding the content of the notice are available via the provided URL.

HOPE Act Final Regulatory Impact Analysis

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has published the final Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) for the HOPE Act. This document details the anticipated costs and benefits associated with the implementation of the HOPE Act.

HRSA Announces 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Application Process

The HRSA announced the application process for a voluntary 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program for qualifying drug manufacturers. The agency is also requesting public comment on the program's structure and application process, with a deadline of September 8, 2025.

HOPE for Homeowners Program Interim Final Rule Amendments

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published an interim final rule amending the HOPE for Homeowners Program. These amendments expand eligibility to include 2-to-4 unit properties, offer upfront payments in lieu of future appreciation payments, increase the maximum mortgage term to 40 years, and adjust loan-to-value and debt-to-income ratios. The changes aim to increase borrower and lender participation and improve program operations.

HOPE for Homeowners Program Regulations

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published final regulations for the HOPE for Homeowners Program. This program aims to assist struggling homeowners by providing a way to modify their mortgages and avoid foreclosure.

Notice on Organization and Functions of Board of Directors

This notice from a US Federal Agency describes the organization and functions of its Board of Directors. It clarifies the internal structure and operational responsibilities of the board. The document does not introduce new regulations or compliance requirements.

HOPE for Homeowners Program: Access to Information Rule

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued an interim rule establishing regulations for accessing records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) related to the HOPE for Homeowners Program. Public comments on this rule are requested.

PRWORA Notice RIA from AHRQ

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has posted a Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) notice related to the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). This notice provides information regarding the analysis conducted by the agency.

AHRQ Information Collection Proposal: Research Reporting System

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced its intention to seek OMB approval for the AHRQ Research Reporting System (ARRS). This notice provides a 60-day period for public comment on the proposed information collection project.

HHS Request for Information on Deregulation

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit public input on potential deregulation efforts. This initiative aims to reduce regulatory burdens across all areas touched by HHS, in line with presidential directives. Comments are due by July 14, 2025.

HHS Interpretation of Federal Public Benefit under PRWORA

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a notice to clarify its interpretation of 'Federal public benefit' under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). This notice revises a prior interpretation and identifies HHS programs that provide federal public benefits, with a 30-day comment period.

ATSDR Tox Profile for CDDs

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has posted a Toxicological Profile for CDDs. This document provides health information concerning environmental agents and is intended for public health and environmental professionals.

ATSDR Tox Profile for Carbon Disulfide

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has posted a Toxicological Profile for Carbon Disulfide. This document provides health information concerning exposure to this chemical.

ATSDR Extends Comment Period for Draft Toxicological Profiles

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has extended the public comment period for five draft toxicological profiles. The deadline for submitting comments has been moved to February 13, 2025.

ATSDR Tox Profile for Benzene

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has posted a final toxicological profile for Benzene. This document provides comprehensive health information on the substance, intended for public health and healthcare professionals.

ATSDR Notice 2025-23599

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) issued a notice regarding a public comment period that concluded on February 23, 2026. This notice pertains to a specific document identified by ATSDR-2025-23599. Further details on the subject matter are available via the provided URL.

Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule Update

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is issuing an interim final rule to remove a provision from its Foundational Rule that prevented sharing immigration status information of potential sponsors with law enforcement. This change aligns the regulation with federal statute.

ACF Withdraws Direct Final Rule on Name Change

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is withdrawing a direct final rule that made technical updates to Title 45 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Chapter III. The rule is being withdrawn because the agency received significant adverse comments.

Proposed Rule to Restore Flexibility in Child Care and Development Fund

The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families has proposed amending the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) regulations. This proposed rule aims to reduce costs and burden for states and territories by rescinding specific requirements from a March 2024 final rule, including limits on family co-payments and provider payment methods.

ACF Seeks Public Comment on Indian Child Welfare Act Assistance

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is seeking public comment on technical assistance related to the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). The comments will inform ACF's work to meet new requirements under Public Law 118-258, focusing on removing burdens for State and Tribal title IV-B agencies and improving the Court Improvement Program.

Head Start Rescinds COVID-19 Mitigation Policy Requirement

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is issuing a direct final rule to remove the requirement for Head Start programs to have a COVID-19 mitigation policy. This rule rescinds a provision from a January 2023 rule and aims to reduce regulatory burdens.

NIDILRR Final Rule Amendments

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has issued a final rule amending regulations for the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). These minor amendments update peer review criteria to better evaluate outreach to underserved communities and emphasize engineering knowledge in RERC programs.

Proposed Rule on Adult Protective Services Functions and Grant Programs

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has proposed a new rule to add a subpart related to Adult Protective Services (APS) under the Older Americans Act. This action aims to modify existing regulations concerning APS functions and grant programs administered by HHS.

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice from Federal Register

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice from Federal Register

Sunshine Act Meeting notice published January 20, 2004

Sunshine Act Meeting notice published January 20, 2004

Meeting notice from Federal Register

Meeting notice from Federal Register

Sunshine Act Notice from Federal Register

Sunshine Act Notice from Federal Register

Uniformed Services University Board of Regents meeting announced

Uniformed Services University Board of Regents meeting announced

HHS Certified Laboratories for Drug Testing

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published an updated list of certified laboratories and instrumented initial testing facilities that meet minimum standards for urine and oral fluid drug testing for federal agencies. This notice provides the current list of approved facilities.

SAMHSA Agency Information Collection Activities: Program Evaluation for Prevention Contract

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is requesting OMB review and public comment on a revision to its Program Evaluation for Prevention Contract (PEPC) data collection activities. This revision seeks to extend data collection through FY 2028 for the Strategic Prevention Framework for Prescription Drugs (SPF Rx) program.

Request for Information on Hospital Preparedness Program Funding Formula

The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) has issued a Request for Information regarding the Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) funding formula. This notice seeks public input to inform potential future adjustments to how HPP funds are allocated to support healthcare system preparedness.

RFI on Hospital Preparedness Program Funding Formula

The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response issued a correction to a previously published Request for Information (RFI) concerning the Hospital Preparedness Program funding formula. This notice clarifies details related to the RFI, which seeks public input on the program's funding allocation methods.

Single Source Cooperative Agreement for Pathogen Training Center

The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, has issued a notice regarding a single-source cooperative agreement for the National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center. The agreement has a five-year period of performance starting September 30, 2025, with an initial FY 2025 award of $7,730,000.

National Advisory Committee on Children and Disasters Public Meeting Announced

The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response announced a public meeting for the National Advisory Committee on Children and Disasters. The virtual meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024.

Advisory Committee on Disabilities and Disasters Meeting Announced

The Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response announced a public meeting for the National Advisory Committee on Individuals With Disabilities and Disasters. The meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024, to discuss relevant issues.

Reagan-Udall Foundation Seeks Steering Committee Nominations

The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration is seeking nominations for its PredicTox Steering Committee. Nominations must be submitted by August 28, 2015, with selected members to be notified by September 30.

Reagan-Udall Foundation Scientific Advisory Committee Nominations

The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration is requesting nominations for its Scientific Advisory Committee. Interested individuals must submit their nominations by May 24, 2015.

Reagan-Udall Foundation Annual Public Meeting Notice

The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration has announced its annual public meeting. The notice provides details on the meeting date, time, and registration deadlines for attendees and those wishing to make oral presentations.

Reagan-Udall Foundation: Steering Committee Nominations

The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration is requesting nominations for its Steering Committee. Interested parties must submit nominations by September 4, 2015. The Foundation's Board of Directors will select the committee members.

Reagan-Udall Foundation: Steering Committee Nominations

The Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration is requesting nominations for its PredicTox Steering Committee. Interested parties must submit nominations by August 28, 2015.

FDA Proposal to Withdraw or Repeal Statutory Evaluations

The Food and Drug Administration, along with other HHS agencies, has proposed to withdraw or repeal certain statutory evaluations. This action is part of an effort to secure updated and necessary evaluations. The proposal is open for public comment.

FDA Delays Effective Date for Statutory Evaluations

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a correction to delay the effective date for certain statutory evaluations. This administrative delay affects rules published under the Department of Health and Human Services and its various agencies.