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FAR Case 2023-008 Semiconductor Products Rulemaking

The US Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) has issued a final rule concerning semiconductor products. This rule establishes new requirements for the acquisition of semiconductors, aiming to enhance supply chain security and national security. It impacts government agencies and manufacturers involved in federal contracts.

FAR: Buy American, Trade Agreements, Duty-Free Entry Information Collection Extension

The General Services Administration (GSA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval of an extension for an existing information collection requirement related to Buy American, trade agreements, and duty-free entry. This notice seeks public comment on the extension.

Notice on Examination of Records by Comptroller General and Contract Audit

OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA have issued a notice and request for comments regarding an extension of the information collection concerning examination of records by the Comptroller General and contract audit. The current approval expires April 30, 2026, and they propose extending it for three additional years.

FASAB Annual Report and Three-Year Plan Notice

The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) has issued its Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2025 and its Three-Year Plan. The notice encourages comments on the report and FASAB's project priorities.

FASAB Appointments Panel Meeting Notice

The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) Appointments Panel will hold closed meetings on August 27, 2025, to make recommendations for nonfederal member appointments. The meetings are closed due to discussions involving internal personnel matters and personal privacy concerns.

FASAB Issues Technical Bulletin on Government Land Accounting

The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) staff has issued Technical Bulletin 2025-1, providing technical clarifications on Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS) 59, Accounting and Reporting of Government Land. This bulletin offers guidance on accounting and reporting practices for government land assets.

Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board Charter Reestablishment

The Secretary of the Treasury, the Director of OMB, and the Comptroller General have reestablished the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) and its Appointments Panel. The charters lapsed during a government shutdown and are now reestablished to ensure continuous improvement in federal accounting and financial reporting.

FASAB Guidance for SFFAS 64 Implementation Exposure Draft

The Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) has released an exposure draft for a Staff Implementation Guide for SFFAS 64. This guidance aims to assist entities in implementing Management's Discussion and Analysis requirements. Public comments are requested by March 13, 2026.

Request for Information on Innovation Ecosystem Access

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is requesting information to improve access to Federal programs and resources for stakeholders in the U.S. innovation ecosystem. The input will inform efforts to enhance existing or develop new programs for equitable access in Federally-funded research and development.

OSTP Request for Information on Scientific Integrity Policy Framework

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) has issued a request for information (RFI) to gather input for developing a framework for assessing and improving agency scientific integrity policies. The RFI seeks to inform the iterative improvement of government science practices.