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HAVANA Act Claims: Expanded Eligibility and Appeal Deadlines

The Department of State has issued a final rule updating the HAVANA Act of 2021. This rule expands eligibility for claims to include injuries occurring on or after September 11, 2001, and establishes a 60-day deadline for submitting appeals of adverse decisions. The changes are effective March 16, 2026.

Terrorist Designation: Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood

The U.S. Department of State has designated the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization under Executive Order 13224. This designation, signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, imposes sanctions and asset blocking measures.

Agency Information Collection Activities Proposals and Approvals

The U.S. Department of State is publishing a notice regarding its agency information collection activities. This notice informs the public about proposals and approvals related to the collection of information, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act.

Delegation of Authority: Restricting Foreign National Entry

The Department of State has issued a delegation of authority regarding the restriction of foreign national entry into the United States. This notice outlines the internal procedures and responsibilities for implementing such restrictions.

U.S. Department of State Regulations and Official Documents

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced the availability of government regulations and official documents through its feed on Regulations.gov. This notice serves as a general announcement for interested parties to access these resources.

Comment Period for State Dept JADE Act Questionnaire

The U.S. Department of State is accepting comments on the JADE Act Questionnaire. The comment period is closing tomorrow, indicating a final opportunity for public input on this consultation.

Comment on State Dept J1 visa eligibility

The Department of State is accepting public comments on a notice regarding J1 visa eligibility. This is an opportunity for interested parties to provide feedback on proposed changes or clarifications to visa requirements.

U.S. Department of State Public Comment Submission

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has provided a portal for the public to submit comments on regulatory documents. This notice directs users to the regulations.gov platform for submitting feedback on proposed and existing regulations.

Department of State Information Collection Comment Period

The Department of State is seeking public comments on an information collection. The comment period is open for 50 days, and interested parties can submit their feedback through the Regulations.gov portal. The submission process includes options for identifying as an individual, organization, or anonymously.

Comment on U.S. State Dept. Medical History Notice

The U.S. Department of State is accepting public comments on a notice related to medical history. This is a consultation period for interested parties to submit their feedback on the proposed changes or information.