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Advisory Opinion 2019-01A on ERISA for benefit plans

The Department of Labor issued Advisory Opinion 2019-01A concerning the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and its application to benefit plans. This opinion clarifies specific aspects of ERISA compliance for employers and fund managers.

DOL ERISA Advisory Opinion 2018-01A on Employee Benefits

The Department of Labor issued Advisory Opinion 2018-01A interpreting the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) concerning employee benefits. This opinion clarifies specific aspects of ERISA as applied to certain benefit arrangements.

USDA Designates Biobased Product Categories for Federal Procurement

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule amending its Guidelines for Designating Biobased Products for Federal Procurement. This rule adds 30 new product categories and revises existing ones, requiring federal agencies and their contractors to give procurement preference to biobased products within these categories.

USDA Proposes Biobased Product Categories for Federal Procurement

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has proposed new rules to designate 30 biobased product categories for federal procurement preference. The proposal includes minimum biobased content requirements and amendments to existing categories. Public comments are being accepted until November 13, 2018.

USDA Designates Biobased Product Categories for Federal Procurement Preference

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule amending its Guidelines for Designating Biobased Products for Federal Procurement. The amendment adds 12 new product categories, requiring Federal agencies and their contractors to give preference to biobased products within these categories.

USDA OPPM Information Collection Extension Request

The USDA's Office of Procurement and Property Management (OPPM) has issued a notice requesting public comments on extending an existing OMB clearance for information collection related to the transfer of excess computers and technical equipment under the 2008 Farm Bill. The comment period closed on January 12, 2018.

USDA Biobased Products Procurement Information Collection Notice

The Department of Agriculture is seeking comments on its intention to extend an approved information collection regarding Guidelines for Designating Biobased Products for Federal Procurement. This collection supports the USDA BioPreferred Program, which designates biobased products for preferred purchasing by federal agencies.

GAO Physician-Focused Payment Model Committee Nominations

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) is requesting nominations for the Physician-Focused Payment Model Technical Advisory Committee. Interested individuals should submit letters of nomination and resumes by July 15, 2025.

GAO Issues 2025 Revision to Federal Internal Control Standards

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has issued its 2025 revision to the Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, also known as the "Green Book." This revision is effective for fiscal year 2026 reports and includes updated guidance on risk areas such as fraud, improper payments, and information security.

GAO MedPAC Member Nominations and Comments

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) is requesting nominations and resumes for appointments to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), effective May 2025. The deadline for submissions is February 7, 2025.