Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Procedures

The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) is issuing an interim final rule to amend its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) procedures. This update aligns SIGAR's regulations with the FOIA Improvement Act of 2016, affecting proactive disclosures, disclosure requirements, and fee structures.

SIGAR Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Procedures Final Rule

The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) is adopting amendments to its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act regulations as final. These changes, originally published as an interim final rule, incorporate updates to comply with the FOIA Improvement Act of 2016 and address agency comments.

Rescission of Social Security Rulings

The Social Security Administration has rescinded four Social Security Rulings (SSR 64-13, 74-8c, 78-24, and 79-38). This action removes outdated guidance from the agency's administrative record, effective January 21, 2026.

Social Security Ruling SSR 26-1p on Child Disability Evaluation

The Social Security Administration has issued Social Security Ruling SSR 26-1p concerning the evaluation of continuing disability for children under age 18. This ruling clarifies the application of steps 2 and 3 of the medical improvement review standard sequential evaluation process for functional equivalence.

Social Security Administration: Agency Information Collection Activities Comment Request

The Social Security Administration has published a notice requesting comments on its agency information collection activities. This notice is part of the standard process under the Paperwork Reduction Act to solicit public feedback on proposed data collection efforts.

Social Security Administration: Agency Information Collection Activities Proposed Request

The Social Security Administration has published a proposed request for agency information collection activities. This notice is open for public comment, allowing individuals and organizations to submit their input on the proposed information collection requirements.

Privacy Act of 1974 Matching Program with Fiscal Service

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has published a notice announcing a new matching program with the Bureau of the Fiscal Service. This program will allow SSA to access Savings Securities data to verify financial status for Medicare Part D low-income subsidy eligibility. The comment period ends March 16, 2026.

Privacy Act of 1974 System of Records Notice

The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) has published a notice to alter a system of records under the Privacy Act of 1974. The changes primarily affect the categories of individuals covered and the description of records within the DCAA Management Information System (DMIS).

Defense Contract Audit Agency SES Performance Review Boards Membership

The Defense Contract Audit Agency published a notice regarding the membership of its Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Boards. This notice serves to inform the public about the composition of these boards within the agency.

Privacy Act Implementation Proposed Rule

The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) has proposed an update to its Privacy Act Program Rules. This amendment aims to remove references to a cancelled publication and incorporate guidance for the blanket exemption of classified material.