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Executive Order on DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors

President Trump issued an executive order on March 26, 2026, establishing new requirements for federal contractors regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities. The order defines racially discriminatory DEI activities and mandates new contract clauses requiring contractors to report on and prevent such practices, with potential penalties for non-compliance.

Policy Week in Review - Federal Workplace Legislation and DHS Funding

This policy update covers federal workplace legislation and DHS funding issues. Key developments include the Senate passing partial DHS funding, President Trump issuing an executive order on DEI discrimination by federal contractors, and the DOL proposing a rule to increase wages for foreign workers in certain visa programs.

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.

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 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 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.

GSA Acquisition Policy Committee Public Subcommittee Meetings Notice

The General Services Administration (GSA) Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAP FAC) has announced a series of recurring web-based public subcommittee meetings. These meetings will cover the Acquisition Workforce, Industry Partnerships, and Policy and Practice subcommittees, with information on attending and providing public comment available.

GSA Acquisition Policy Committee Meeting Notice

The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a notice for an upcoming public meeting of the GSA Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAP FAC). The meeting will be held virtually on January 12, 2023, to discuss and select priority topics for the committee's advisory work.

GSA Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee Meeting Notice

The General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a notice regarding upcoming meetings of the GSA Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAPFAC). These meetings are part of the committee's ongoing work to advise on acquisition policies.