Proposed Rule on Semiconductor Procurement Restrictions

The FAR Council is proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement a section of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2023. This proposed rule would prohibit executive agencies from procuring certain products and services containing covered semiconductor products or services starting December 23, 2027.

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.

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.

FBI Proposes Rule for Child Protection Act Designated Entities

The Department of Justice, via the FBI, has proposed new regulations to establish criteria for entities designated to conduct national criminal history background checks under the Child Protection Improvements Act of 2018. These checks are for determining an individual's fitness to have responsibility for children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities. The public comment period closes on September 25, 2023.

FBI Proposed Rule on NICS Revisions for Safer Communities Act

The FBI, under the Department of Justice, has proposed amendments to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) regulations. These changes aim to implement provisions of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, focusing on firearm prohibitions, enhanced background checks for younger individuals, and data handling procedures. The agency is seeking public comment on these proposed revisions.

FBI Proposes Firearm Background Check Rule for Employee Checks

The FBI, on behalf of the Department of Justice, has proposed new regulations to allow Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) to voluntarily use the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) for employment background checks of firearm handlers and other eligible employees. This proposal implements provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.

FBI Interim Rule on Stolen Firearms Access in NCIC

The FBI has issued an interim final rule allowing licensed firearm importers, manufacturers, and dealers to access NCIC records of stolen firearms. This rule implements provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and is effective July 1, 2024, with a comment period closing July 31, 2024.