Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) Threshold Announced

The Indian Health Service, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced the threshold for the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF). This notice provides specific details regarding the fund's operational parameters.

Indian Health Service Reimbursement Rates for Calendar Year 2026

The Indian Health Service has published the reimbursement rates for calendar year 2026. This notice provides the updated per diem rates for inpatient hospital services, excluding physician and practitioner services, for the upcoming year.

Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund 2026 Threshold Announced

The Indian Health Service has announced the threshold for the Catastrophic Health Emergency Fund (CHEF) for Fiscal Year 2026. This notice provides the specific financial threshold that will be in effect for the upcoming fiscal year.

FAR Updates Trade Agreement Thresholds

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council) is issuing a final rule to update thresholds for the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. These revised thresholds will become effective on March 13, 2026.

FDA Proposed Information Collection for Investigational New Drugs

The FDA is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection related to investigational new drug (IND) applications. The comment period is open until May 12, 2026. This notice is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process.

FAR Rule Updates Trade Agreement Thresholds

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has issued a final rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to adjust trade agreement thresholds. These adjustments are based on predetermined formulae under the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. The rule becomes effective on March 13, 2026.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Leases and Permits

The Indian Affairs Bureau has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval of information collection activities related to leases and permits. This notice opens a public comment period for interested parties.

Agency Information Collection Activities for Bureau-Funded Schools

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has published a notice regarding agency information collection activities for bureau-funded schools. This notice includes a request for public comment on data elements to be collected.

Southern Ute Indian Tribe Liquor Code Amendment Notice

The Bureau of Indian Affairs published a notice regarding an amendment to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe's Liquor Code. This amendment is effective March 5, 2026.

Tribal Self-Governance Program Participation Deadline Notice

The Bureau of Indian Affairs has issued a notice setting deadlines for Tribal nations to submit requests to begin participation in the Tribal Self-Governance Program for Fiscal Year 2027 or Calendar Year 2027. Completed fiscal year requests are due by April 4, 2026, and calendar year applications by July 5, 2026.