Regs.gov: Department of Homeland Security

DHS Modifies Privacy Act System of Records Notice for Payment Integrity

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is modifying several Privacy Act system of records notices to adopt OMB-required language. This change will allow DHS to disclose information to the U.S. Department of the Treasury for identifying, preventing, or recouping improper payments. The modifications are effective January 30, 2026.

DHS Updates SES Performance Review Boards Members List

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a notice updating the list of members for its Fiscal Year 2025 Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Boards (PRBs). This update removes two names and adds six names to the existing list.

DHS Technical Amendment to Federal Property Protection Regulations

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a technical amendment to its regulations governing the protection of Federal property. This amendment corrects outdated cross-references to rescinded General Services Administration (GSA) regulations and clarifies language regarding photography and recording at Federal facilities. The rule is effective February 9, 2026.

DHS Waives Laws for Border Construction in Texas

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice determining that certain laws will be waived to expedite the construction of barriers and roads near the international land border in Texas. This determination takes effect on February 17, 2026, citing national security and border control requirements.

US and Belize Cooperation Agreement on Protection Requests

The Department of Homeland Security has published the Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of Belize for Cooperation Regarding the Examination of Protection Requests. This agreement, signed on October 20, 2025, outlines cooperative measures for handling protection requests between the two nations.