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APHIS Adds Sri Lanka to African Swine Fever Affected Regions List

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has added Sri Lanka to its list of regions affected by African Swine Fever (ASF). This action, effective December 4, 2024, imposes import restrictions on pork and pork products from Sri Lanka to prevent the introduction of ASF into the United States.

APHIS Brucellosis Eradication Program Information Collection Revision

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is requesting a revision and extension of approval for an information collection related to the Cooperative State-Federal Brucellosis Eradication Program. This notice is part of the public comment period for the proposed changes.

Pest Risk Analysis for Sweet Potato Imports from South Korea

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has issued a notice of availability for a pest risk analysis concerning the importation of fresh sweet potato roots from the Republic of Korea into the United States. The agency is seeking public comment on the analysis, which evaluates potential phytosanitary measures.

APHIS Extension Request

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has posted a request for an extension related to a previous notice. This action concerns a specific docket number and is part of ongoing regulatory processes.

APHIS Notice: Pioneer Hi-Bred Maize Risk Assessment Extension

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has received a request from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. to extend a determination of nonregulated status for a new variety of genetically engineered maize (DP51291) based on its similarity to a previously approved variety (DP23211). APHIS is making this extension request and its draft risk assessment available for public comment.

OMB Clearance for Annual Survey of School Food Authorities

The Food and Nutrition Service has issued a notice regarding the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) generic clearance for the annual survey of school food authorities. This notice is open for public comment until March 24, 2026.

Summer Food Service Program 2026 Reimbursement Rates

The Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service has published the 2026 reimbursement rates for the Summer Food Service Program. These rates are applicable from January 1, 2026, and provide updated financial guidelines for program operators.

SNAP Agency Information Collection for Interstate Data Matching

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has issued a notice regarding a proposed agency information collection activity for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This activity concerns a requirement for interstate data matching to prevent multiple issuances of benefits.

WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence Collection Comment Request

The Food and Nutrition Service has published a proposed collection of information regarding the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Breastfeeding Award of Excellence. The public has until May 11, 2026, to submit comments.

SNAP Trafficking Controls and Fraud Investigations Document

The Food and Nutrition Service has issued a notice regarding agency information collection activities related to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) trafficking controls and fraud investigations, specifically concerning card replacement. The notice includes a public comment period.