Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the OGLALA SIOUX TRIBE

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the OGLALA SIOUX TRIBE (FEMA-4941-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding.

Data Collection Available for Public Comments

Official abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) intends to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection of information described below. The Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) requires federal agencies to publish a notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information before submission to OMB, and to allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice. This notice complies with that requirement.

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements Under Office of Management and Budget Review

Official abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) will submit the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, as amended, on or after the date of publication of this notice. SBA is publishing this notice to allow all interested members of the public an additional 30 days to provide comments on the collection of information.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of New York

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of New York dated October 19, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Utah

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Utah (FEMA-4948- DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Cottonwood Fire, Flooding, and Mudslides.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of New Hampshire

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of New Hampshire (FEMA-4947-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storm and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Arizona

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Arizona dated October 13, 2026. Incident: Flash Flooding at Grand Canyon National Park.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Colorado

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Colorado dated October 14, 2026. Incident: Aspen Acres Fire.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of South Carolina

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of South Carolina dated October 9, 2026. Incident: Walhalla Main Street Fire.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Kansas

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Kansas (FEMA-4943-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Indiana dated October 9, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flash Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the PUEBLO OF ZUNI

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Pueblo of Zuni (FEMA-4954- DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Wisconsin

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of WISCONSIN (FEMA- 4949-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Tornadoes.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the Territory of GUAM

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the Territory of Guam (FEMA-4946-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Super Typhoon Bavi.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Territory of Guam

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Territory of Guam (FEMA- 4946-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Super Typhoon Bavi.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Wisconsin

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Wisconsin (FEMA-4949-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Tornadoes.

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements Under Office of Management and Budget Review

Official abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) will submit the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, as amended, on or after the date of publication of this notice. SBA is publishing this notice to allow all interested members of the public an additional 30 days to provide comments on the collection of information.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the Pueblo of Zuni

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the Pueblo of Zuni (FEMA-4954-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Oklahoma

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Oklahoma (FEMA- 4950-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storm and Straight-line Winds.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Hawaii

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Hawaii (FEMA-4952- DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Hurricane Lowell.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of West Virginia

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of West Virginia (FEMA-4932-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of West Virginia

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of WEST VIRGINIA (FEMA-4953-DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Hawaii

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Hawaii (FEMA-4951- DR), dated October 7, 2026. Incident: Hurricane Lala.

Fiscal Year List of Requests From States or Tribes for a Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration

Official abstract: This notice provides an updated list of requests received by the U. S. Small Business Administration to make a disaster declaration for a state, territory, or tribe. The published list complies with a directive in the explanatory statement of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, Public Law 119-75.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of West Virginia

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of West Virginia (FEMA-4932-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Missouri

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Missouri dated October 05,2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Ohio

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Ohio (FEMA-4945-DR), dated October 2, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, and Landslides.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Connecticut

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Connecticut dated October 2, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Oregon

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Oregon dated October 1, 2026. Incident: Mid-July Severe Storms and Wildfires.

The Entire United States and U.S. Territories; Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (MREIDL)

Official abstract: This is notice of the Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (MREIDL), dated October 1, 2026<INF>.</INF>

Interest Rates

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Texas

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Texas (FEMA- 4935-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight- line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Florida

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Florida dated September 24, 2026. Incident: Industrial Salvage-Yard Fire.

Removing Constitutional Concerns From SBA Programs

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is publishing this final rule to remove certain unnecessary and potentially unlawful regulatory provisions requiring affirmative action by SBA program applicants or recipients, and to revise a regulatory provision to make technical corrections.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of NEW YORK

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of NEW YORK dated September 24, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Information on SBA Secondary Market Program

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is maintaining the 89.0 percent minimum maturity ratio for SBA Standard Pools and Weighted-Average Coupon (WAC) Pools. The minimum maturity ratio is a pool-formation characteristic intended to support the estimated cost of SBA's timely payment guaranty for newly formed pools of SBA-guaranteed portions of 7(a) loans. SBA will incorporate this notice, as appropriate, into the SBA Secondary Market Program Guide and other applicable SBA Secondary Market program materials.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Washington

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Washington dated September 22, 2026. Incident: Chelan Hills Wildfire.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the Oglala Sioux Tribe

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the Oglala Sioux Tribe (FEMA-4941-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the Commonwealth of PENNSYLVANIA

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania dated September 22, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flash Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of Kentucky

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the commonwealth of Kentucky (FEMA-4937-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program

Official abstract: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance on computer matching, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published a document in the Federal Register of September 11, 2026, concerning request for comments on a Privacy Act notice for a modified matching program. Pursuant to the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019, SBA is modifying a matching program consisting of the computerized comparison of systems of records for benefits programs at SBA with the U.S. Department of Treasury's Do Not Pay (DNP) Working System, which is administered by Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service. This document inadvertently omitted the associated Privacy Act System of Records associated with the matching program in the Appendix.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Maryland

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Maryland dated September 21, 2026. Incident: Empire Tower Incident.

Aldine Capital Fund II, LP; Surrender of License of Small Business Investment Company

Small Business Size Standards

Official abstract: On August 20, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or the Agency) published a notice of proposed rulemaking and a notice of availability of Revised Size Standards Methodology in the Federal Register to solicit public comments on the revised methodology and proposed Small Business Size Standards. Effective as of filing on September 21, 2026, SBA is extending the comment period for an additional 60 days until November 20, 2026.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of California

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of California dated September 18, 2026. Incident: 2026 Plains Oil Spill.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Nevada

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Nevada dated September 11, 2026. Incident: Bug and Hawk Fires.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of North Dakota

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of North Dakota (FEMA-4934-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Tornadoes.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Texas

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Texas dated September 10, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Tornadoes.

Fiscal Year List of Requests From States or Tribes for a Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration

Official abstract: This notice provides an updated list of requests received by the U. S. Small Business Administration to make a disaster declaration for a state, territory, or tribe. The published list complies with a directive in the explanatory statement of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, Public Law 119-75.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of South Dakota

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of South Dakota (FEMA-4938-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Texas

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Texas (FEMA- 4935-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Utah

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of UTAH dated September 9, 2026. Incident: Cottonwood Fire and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Mississippi

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Mississippi (FEMA-4930-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Tropical Storm Arthur.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Official abstract: This is correction of the SBA Administrative declaration of a disaster for the commonwealth of Pennsylvania dated August 19, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Privacy Act of 1974; Matching Program

Official abstract: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance on computer matching, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is providing notice of a modified matching program. Pursuant to the Payment Integrity Information Act of 2019, SBA is modifying a matching program consisting of the computerized comparison of systems of records for benefits programs at SBA with the U.S. Department of Treasury's Do Not Pay (DNP) Working System, which is administered by Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service. This modified matching program will enable the SBA programs listed in the appendix of this notice to compare records maintained in their respective systems of records with records maintained in the DNP Working System for the purposes of identifying and preventing improper payments and conducting any related recovery activities by verifying through DNP prepayment or pre-award eligibility.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Colorado

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Colorado (FEMA- 4944-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Wildfires, Flooding, and Mudslides.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of California

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of California dated September 4, 2026. Incident: Foster City Sea Spray Fire.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Texas

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Texas (FEMA-4935- DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Meeting of the Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will hold a Manufacturing in America Advisory Committee (MAAC) meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Members will convene to provide strategic guidance, advice, and recommendations to the U.S. government and relevant stakeholders on matters related to growth, supply chain resilience, and innovation of small manufacturing businesses across the country.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Missouri

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Missouri (FEMA- 4939-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Hawaii

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Hawaii (FEMA-4936-DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Earthquake.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Iowa

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Iowa (FEMA-4942- DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Kansas

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Kansas (FEMA-4940- DR), dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

SBIC License Issuance

Official abstract: Pursuant to the authority granted to the United States Small Business Administration under section 301(c) of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, as amended, to grant Small Business Investment Company licenses under the Small Business Investment Company Program, this notice satisfies the requirement effective August 17, 2023 under 13 CFR 107.501(a) to publish in the Federal Register the names of SBICs with date of licensure and Total Intended Leverage Commitments. The following SBICs received SBIC licenses as of the date indicated below:

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements Under OMB Review

Official abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act and OMB procedures, SBA is publishing this notice to allow all interested members of the public an additional 30 days to provide comments on the proposed collection of information.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Kansas

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Kansas dated September 1, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Official abstract: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA, "the Agency") proposes modifying the existing system of records identified as Loan System, SBA 21 to allow information in the system to be disclosed to the Department of the Treasury for purposes of identifying, preventing, or recouping improper payments through Treasury's Do Not Pay Working System. Additional changes are proposed to comply with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-108 and reflect technical updates to the system. This system of records is used to determine eligibility and conduct financial transactions and reporting related to business loans, grants, and surety bonds.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Official abstract: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA, "the Agency") is modifying the system of records for the Disaster Loans Case Files, SBA 20 to add a new routine use that allows information in each system to be disclosed to the Department of the Treasury for purposes of identifying, preventing, or recouping improper payments through Treasury's Do Not Pay Working System. Additional changes are proposed to reflect technical updates to the system. This system of records is used to maintain information on applicants, borrowers, principals, guarantors, and recipients of disaster home and business loans, advances, and grants.

Updated Minimum Performance Standards for Commercialization for Firms That Receive Funding Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is publishing for public comment updated minimum performance standards for commercialization for firms funded through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. This commercialization benchmark establishes a minimum share of annual revenue that a Small Business Concern (SBC) must derive from sources other than SBIR or STTR program funding in order to remain eligible for a new Phase I or Direct-to-Phase II award, where that SBC has received more than 25 Phase II awards during the five most recently completed fiscal years, excluding the current fiscal year. The revised benchmark will supersede the benchmark announced at 78 FR 48537 and 78 FR 59410. This requirement is issued under the authority of Section 9 of the Small Business Act.

Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Missouri

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Missouri dated August 28, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Indiana (FEMA- 4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Idaho

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Idaho dated August 26, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Indiana

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Indiana (FEMA-4933-DR), dated August 25, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Rescinding Unnecessary Notice and Comment Procedures

Official abstract: This final rule rescinds the Administration's policy of engaging in notice and comment rulemaking even where the Administrative Procedure Act does not require notice and comment rulemaking. As a result of this final rule, the Administration will follow the default requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act. The Administration will reserve the right to engage in voluntary notice and comment rulemaking even where not required by the Administrative Procedure Act as a matter of policy on a case by case basis.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Kansas

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Kansas dated August 21, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Large Hail, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Mississippi

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Mississippi (FEMA-4922-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the commonwealth of Pennsylvania dated August 19, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms and Flooding.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Illinois

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Illinois dated August 18, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms.

Small Business Size Standards

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or the Agency) is proposing new size standards for 338 industry groups and industries. The new size standards are designed to better reflect the nature of the markets in which small businesses compete. SBA seeks comments on its proposed changes to size standards.

Small Business Size Standards: Revised Size Standards Methodology

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA or Agency) advises the public that it has revised its white paper explaining how it establishes, reviews, and modifies small business size standards. The revised white paper provides a detailed description of SBA's size standards methodology, including changes from SBA's 2024 Revised Size Standards Methodology (2024 Methodology, available at www.sba.gov/ size). SBA welcomes comments and feedback on the 2026 Revised Methodology, which SBA has applied to the proposed review of size standards filed concurrently in the Federal Register.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Michigan

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Michigan (FEMA-4925-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Wisconsin

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Wisconsin (FEMA-4923-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding.

Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands dated August 14, 2026. Incident: Super Typhoon Bavi.

Administrative Disaster Declaration of a Rural Area for the State of Nebraska

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative disaster declaration of a rural area for the state of Nebraska dated August 14, 2026. Incident: Wildfires.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of California

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of California dated August 14, 2026. Incident: 2026 Los Palos Incident.

Regulatory Agenda

Official abstract: This Regulatory Agenda (Agenda) is a summary of current and projected rulemakings and completed actions of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This summary information is intended to enable the public to be more aware of, and effectively participate in, SBA's regulatory activities. Accordingly, SBA invites the public to submit comments on any aspect of this Agenda.

Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Arizona

Official abstract: This is notice of an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the state of Arizona dated August 11, 2026. Incident: Pocket Fire.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of Louisiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of Louisiana (FEMA-4927-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Tropical Storm Arthur.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Louisiana

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Louisiana (FEMA-4927-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Tropical Storm Arthur.

Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for the State of West Virginia

Official abstract: This is an amendment of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of West Virginia (FEMA-4932-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Reforms to 13 CFR 124.103 To Remove SBA's 8(a) Program's Rebuttable Presumption of Social Disadvantage for Individually Owned Firms Only. Reforms Do Not Impact Entity-Owned Firms

Official abstract: The U.S. Small Business Administration ("SBA" or "Agency") amends its regulations to align the Section 8(a) Business Development Program (8(a) BD program) with constitutional requirements and the law. The rule applies only to the 8(a) BD eligibility of small businesses owned and controlled by individuals. It does not in any way amend or affect the eligibility of entity-owned small businesses (i.e., those owned by tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations, or Community Development Corporations). Specifically, the rule amends SBA's regulations to remove the rebuttable presumption that individuals belonging to certain designated groups are socially disadvantaged and sets forth revised standards for individuals establishing social disadvantage.

Fiscal Year List of Requests From States or Tribes for a Small Business Administration Disaster Declaration.

Official abstract: This notice provides an updated list of requests received by the U. S. Small Business Administration to make a disaster declaration for a state, territory, or tribe. The published list complies with a directive in the explanatory statement of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, Pub. L. 119-75.

Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Illinois

Official abstract: This is notice of an Administrative declaration of a disaster for the state of Illinois dated August 5, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms.

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements Under Office of Management and Budget Review

Official abstract: The Small Business Administration (SBA) will submit the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, as amended, on or after the date of publication of this notice. SBA is publishing this notice to allow all interested members of the public an additional 30 days to provide comments on the collection of information.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of West Virginia

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for the State of WEST VIRGINIA (FEMA-493-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides.

Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands

Official abstract: This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (FEMA-4931-DR), dated August 3, 2026. Incident: Super Typhoon Bavi.