🎨GSA Plans Rescission of Art in Architecture Regulation
GSA plans to issue a final rule rescinding the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2021-02, "Art in Architecture," published on February 2, 2022.
Learn More📜GSA to Rescind Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Regulations
GSA will be issuing a final rule partly rescinding the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2024-01, "Updating the Federal Management Regulation (FMR) with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Language," published on August 22, 2024.
Learn More🏛️Executive Order Addressing Risks from Susman Godfrey LLP
Executive Order 14263 aims to restrict access to government contracts and privileges for Susman Godfrey LLP due to allegations of detrimental activities and unlawful discrimination. The order includes provisions for the review of security clearances and mandates government agencies to address contracts with Susman, aligning with national interests and prioritizing compliance with federal laws.
Learn More📉Treasury Direct Final Rule on Eliminating Unnecessary Regulations
Pursuant to an Executive order, the Department of the Treasury (Treasury) is conducting a review of existing regulations, with the goal of reducing regulatory burden by revoking or revising existing regulations that meet the criteria set forth in the Executive order. In support of that objective, this direct final rule streamlines titles 12 and 31 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) by removing regulations that are no longer necessary or no longer have any current or future applicability.
Learn More🐚Removal of Marine Archaeology Protection Rule
Under the Congressional Review Act, Congress passed, and the President signed, a joint resolution disapproving the final "Protection of Marine Archaeology Resources" rule published by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) on September 3, 2024. That rule required lessees and operators to submit an archaeological report with any oil and gas exploration or development plan they submit to BOEM for approval of proposed activities on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). Under the joint resolution and by operation of the Congressional Review Act, the "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources" rule has no force or effect.
Learn More📊Cost Accounting Standards Administration Notice and Comments
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning cost accounting standards administration. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through August 31, 2025. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.
Learn More📄Notice on Termination Settlement Proposal Forms Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning termination settlement proposal forms (Standard Forms 1435-1440). DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through February 28, 2026. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.
Learn More🚗Notice on Contractor Use of Interagency Fleet Vehicles
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, DoD, GSA, and NASA invite the public to comment on an extension concerning contractor use of interagency fleet management system vehicles. DoD, GSA, and NASA invite comments on: whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of Federal Government acquisitions, including whether the information will have practical utility; the accuracy of the estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. OMB has approved this information collection for use through January 31, 2026. DoD, GSA, and NASA propose that OMB extend its approval for use for three additional years beyond the current expiration date.
Learn More📜GSA Postpones Acquisition Regulation Amendments to May 2025
The General Services Administration is again postponing the effectiveness of amendments that appeared in the Federal Register on December 27, 2024, in compliance with the Presidential Memorandum titled Regulatory Freeze Pending Review, signed on January 20, 2025, by President Donald J. Trump.
Learn More🚫Executive Order 14246
Executive Order 14246 addresses risks from Jenner & Block LLP, mandating a review of security clearances and government contracts linked to the firm. It emphasizes national security concerns and prohibits federal funding for contractors tied to actions seen as detrimental to American interests, establishing stringent regulations for business compliance.
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