# Homeland Security Department 115 documents across 24 days of the archive, 56 of them final rules. The five most recent days are below. [HTML](https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/) · [the long-form archive](https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/archive.md) · [the daily issue](https://downstream.sh/daily/index.md) ## Dates this agency has set that have not yet arrived | Date | Offset | What | Document | Agency | |---|---|---|---|---| | 2026-09-11 | today | Comments close | [Security Zone; U.S. Coast Guard Base, Los Angeles Harbor Main Channel, Los Angeles, CA](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/12/2026-16406/security-zone-us-coast-guard-base-los-angeles-harbor-main-channel-los-angeles-ca) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-11 | today | Takes effect | [Safety Zone; Fort Myers Beach, FL](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/01/2026-17874/safety-zone-fort-myers-beach-fl) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-13 | +2d | Takes effect | [Safety Zone: Piers Park, Boston Inner Harbor, East Boston MA](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17098/safety-zone-piers-park-boston-inner-harbor-east-boston-ma) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-13 | +2d | Takes effect | [Safety Zone; Bay Bridge Paddle; Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis, MD](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/02/2026-17978/safety-zone-bay-bridge-paddle-chesapeake-bay-annapolis-md) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-14 | +3d | Comments close | [Collection of Information Under Review by Office of Management and Budget; OMB Control Number: 1625-0016](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/13/2026-16517/collection-of-information-under-review-by-office-of-management-and-budget-omb-control-number) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-17 | +6d | Comments close | [Anchorages; Bolivar Roads Channel, Galveston, TX](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/18/2026-16832/anchorages-bolivar-roads-channel-galveston-tx) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-17 | +6d | Takes effect | [Safety Zone; ANCHOR Floating Production Unit (FPU) Outer Continental Shelf Facility, Green Canyon Block 763, Gulf of America](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/18/2026-16806/safety-zone-anchor-floating-production-unit-fpu-outer-continental-shelf-facility-green-canyon-block) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-18 | +7d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: E-Verify+](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/19/2026-16863/agency-information-collection-activities-extension-without-change-of-a-currently-approved-collection) | Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | | 2026-09-18 | +7d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: Employment Eligibility Verification](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/19/2026-16862/agency-information-collection-activities-extension-without-change-of-a-currently-approved-collection) | Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | | 2026-09-18 | +7d | Comments close | [Commercial Customs Operations Advisory Committee](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/03/2026-18094/commercial-customs-operations-advisory-committee) | Homeland Security Department · U.S. Customs and Border Protection | | 2026-09-20 | +9d | Takes effect | [Special Local Regulation; Chickahominy River, Williamsburg, VA](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/28/2026-17608/special-local-regulation-chickahominy-river-williamsburg-va) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-21 | +10d | Comments close | [Extension of Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Security Threat Assessment for Individuals Applying for a Hazardous Materials Endorsement for a Commercial Driver's License](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/20/2026-16991/extension-of-agency-information-collection-activity-under-omb-review-security-threat-assessment-for) | Homeland Security Department · Transportation Security Administration | | 2026-09-21 | +10d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; Approval and Coordination of Requirements To Use the NETC for Extracurricular and Training Activities](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/20/2026-16987/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-for-omb-review-comment-request-approval-and) | Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency | | 2026-09-21 | +10d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA)/Stakeholder Preparedness Review (SPR) Unified Reporting Tool](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17125/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-for-omb-review-comment-request-threat-and-hazard) | Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency | | 2026-09-23 | +12d | Comments close | [Notice of Availability and Request for Comments on Draft Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular 02-99 Change 1-Guidance on the Streamlined Inspection Program](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/24/2026-17216/notice-of-availability-and-request-for-comments-on-draft-navigation-and-vessel-inspection-circular) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-24 | +13d | Comments close | [Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/25/2026-17324/fee-for-certain-h-1b-petitions) | Homeland Security Department | | 2026-09-25 | +14d | Comments close | [Anchorage Regulation; San Juan Bay, San Juan, PR](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/26/2026-17419/anchorage-regulation-san-juan-bay-san-juan-pr) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-28 | +17d | Comments close | [Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Albemarle Sound to Sunset Beach, Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW), Wrightsville Beach, NC](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/27/2026-17483/drawbridge-operation-regulation-albemarle-sound-to-sunset-beach-atlantic-intracoastal-waterway-aicw) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-09-28 | +17d | Takes effect | [Safety Zone; Hurricanes, Tropical Storms, and Severe Weather Events in the Sector Mobile Captain of the Port Zone](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/28/2026-17627/safety-zone-hurricanes-tropical-storms-and-severe-weather-events-in-the-sector-mobile-captain-of-the) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-10-01 | +20d | Comments close | [Revision of Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Cybersecurity Measures for Surface Modes](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/01/2026-17894/revision-of-agency-information-collection-activity-under-omb-review-cybersecurity-measures-for) | Homeland Security Department · Transportation Security Administration | | 2026-10-01 | +20d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request; Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/01/2026-17816/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-for-omb-review-comment-request-crisis-counseling) | Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency | | 2026-10-05 | +24d | Comments close | [Extension of Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review: Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service Physical and Mental Health Certification](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/03/2026-17992/extension-of-agency-information-collection-activity-under-omb-review-law-enforcementfederal-air) | Homeland Security Department · Transportation Security Administration | | 2026-10-05 | +24d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: e-Request Tool](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18099/agency-information-collection-activities-extension-without-change-of-a-currently-approved-collection) | Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | | 2026-10-05 | +24d | Comments close | [Registration of Lawful Permanent Residence for Children Born to Foreign Government Employees in the United States](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18345/registration-of-lawful-permanent-residence-for-children-born-to-foreign-government-employees-in-the) | Homeland Security Department | | 2026-10-13 | +32d | Comments close | [Mandatory Electronic Filing (e-Filing)](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/11/2026-16313/mandatory-electronic-filing-e-filing) | Homeland Security Department | | 2026-10-13 | +32d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision of a Currently Approved Collection: E-Verify Program](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18465/agency-information-collection-activities-revision-of-a-currently-approved-collection-e-verify) | Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | | 2026-10-16 | +35d | Takes effect | [Safety Zone; York River, Yorktown, VA](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18557/safety-zone-york-river-yorktown-va) | Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard | | 2026-10-19 | +38d | Comments close | [Agency Information Collection Activities: The Department of Homeland Security, Emergency Communications Division, Communications Assets Survey and Mapping (CASM) Tool Registration Tool](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/19/2026-16877/agency-information-collection-activities-the-department-of-homeland-security-emergency) | Homeland Security Department | | 2026-10-20 | +39d | Comments close | [Genealogy Program Regulations To Clarify the Impact of Federal Records Requirements](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17119/genealogy-program-regulations-to-clarify-the-impact-of-federal-records-requirements) | Homeland Security Department | | 2026-10-20 | +39d | Comments close | [Withdrawal of International Airport Designation of Chalk Seaplane Base](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17108/withdrawal-of-international-airport-designation-of-chalk-seaplane-base) | Homeland Security Department · Energy Department · U.S. Customs and Border Protection | ## 11 September 2026 — 4 documents [the whole issue for this day](https://downstream.sh/daily/2026-09-11.md) > The Department of Homeland Security published four documents including three rules establishing marine event regulations and safety zones, and one proposed rule on nonimmigrant employment grace periods. — via Downstream, https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/#s-2026-09-11 *Machine-written by `claude-haiku-4-5-20251001` from the documents below.* ### Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone, Portland, OR *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce special local regulations at one location in the Sector Columbia River Captain of the Port Zone in Portland, OR from September 12, 2026, to September 13, 2026. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life and property on these navigable waters during marine events. During the enforcement periods, the operator of any vessel in the regulated area must comply with the directions from the Patrol Commander or any official patrol vessel. 91 FR 57795 · FR Doc. 2026-18670 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-11/pdf/2026-18670.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18670/special-local-regulations-marine-events-within-the-sector-columbia-river-captain-of-the-port-zone) ### Eliminating the Discretionary 60-Day Grace Period *Proposed Rule* — Homeland Security Department The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to remove regulations at 8 CFR 214.1(l)(2) to restore its previous and long- standing policy of not providing aliens in certain nonimmigrant classifications (and their dependents) with an up to 60-day grace period upon cessation of employment prior to the expiration of the alien's authorized period of stay. This proposal restores a direct relationship between an alien's nonimmigrant status and the specific employment or activity that formed the basis of his or her admission or grant of status in the United States and reduces administrative burden. - **Comments close** 10 November 2026 (in 60 days) 91 FR 57807 · FR Doc. 2026-18631 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-11/pdf/2026-18631.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18631/eliminating-the-discretionary-60-day-grace-period) ### Special Local Regulation; Southern California Annual Marine Events for the San Diego Captain of the Port Zone, San Diego Bayfair *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce the San Diego Bayfair special local regulation on the waters of Mission Bay, California from September 18, 2026, through September 20, 2026. This special local regulation is necessary to provide for the safety of the participants, crew, spectators, sponsor vessels, and general users of the waterway. During the enforcement period, persons and vessels are prohibited from anchoring, blocking, loitering, or impeding within this regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, or his designated representative. 91 FR 57796 · FR Doc. 2026-18558 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-11/pdf/2026-18558.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18558/special-local-regulation-southern-california-annual-marine-events-for-the-san-diego-captain-of-the) ### Safety Zone; York River, Yorktown, VA *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters on the York River. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with an over water drone show. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Virginia, or their designated representative. - **Takes effect** 16 October 2026 (in 35 days) 91 FR 57796 · FR Doc. 2026-18557 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-11/pdf/2026-18557.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18557/safety-zone-york-river-yorktown-va) ## 10 September 2026 — 14 documents [the whole issue for this day](https://downstream.sh/daily/2026-09-10.md) > The Department of Homeland Security published one proposed rule, two rules, and eleven notices on September 10, 2026. — via Downstream, https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/#s-2026-09-10 *Machine-written by `claude-haiku-4-5-20251001` from the documents below.* ### Fee for Certain H-1B Petitions *Proposed Rule* — Homeland Security Department 91 FR 57516 · FR Doc. C1-2026-17324 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/C1-2026-17324.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/C1-2026-17324/fee-for-certain-h-1b-petitions) ### Special Local Regulation; Southern California Annual Marine Events for the San Diego Captain of the Port Zone, San Diego TriRock Triathlon *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce the San Diego TriRock Triathlon special local regulation on the waters of San Diego Bay, California on September 12, 2026. This special local regulation is necessary to provide for the safety of the participants, crew, spectators, sponsor vessels, and general users of the waterway. During the enforcement period, persons and vessels are prohibited from anchoring, blocking, loitering, or impeding within this regulated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port, or his designated representative. 91 FR 57512 · FR Doc. 2026-18492 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18492.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18492/special-local-regulation-southern-california-annual-marine-events-for-the-san-diego-captain-of-the) ### Agency Information Collection Activities: State, Local, Tribal and Private Sector (SLTPS) Clearance Request Form (Form 9014) Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request *Notice* — Homeland Security Department The Office of the Chief Security Officer (OCSO) within Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) submits the following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance. This is an extension and revision of the information collection 1670-0013 (SLTPS) Clearance Request Form (Form 9014) that was previously approved on October 17, 2023, with and expiration date of October 31, 2026. - **Comments close** 9 November 2026 (in 59 days) 91 FR 57645 · FR Doc. 2026-18477 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18477.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18477/agency-information-collection-activities-state-local-tribal-and-private-sector-sltps-clearance) ### Agency Information Collection Activities: Generic Clearance for Improving Customer Experience (OMB Circular A-11, Section 280 Implementation); OMB Control No. 1601-0029 *Notice* — Homeland Security Department The Department of Homeland Security will submit the following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. - **Comments close** 9 November 2026 (in 59 days) 91 FR 57646 · FR Doc. 2026-18476 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18476.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18476/agency-information-collection-activities-generic-clearance-for-improving-customer-experience-omb) ### Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision of a Currently Approved Collection: E-Verify Program *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comments. - **Comments close** 13 October 2026 (in 32 days) 91 FR 57649 · FR Doc. 2026-18465 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18465.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18465/agency-information-collection-activities-revision-of-a-currently-approved-collection-e-verify) ### Special Local Regulations; Marine Events Within the USCG East District-Ocean City, NJ *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce special local regulations for the Ocean City Airshow on September 20, 2026, to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during this event. Our regulation for marine events within the USCG East District identifies the regulated area for this event in Ocean City, NJ. During the enforcement period, the operator of any vessel in the regulated area must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander or any Official Patrol displaying a Coast Guard ensign. 91 FR 57512 · FR Doc. 2026-18463 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18463.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18463/special-local-regulations-marine-events-within-the-uscg-east-district-ocean-city-nj) ### Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program; Fire Prevention and Safety Grants *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency Pursuant to the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended, the Administrator of FEMA is publishing this notice describing the fiscal year (FY) 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant programs application processes, deadlines and award selection criteria. This notice explains the differences, if any, between these guidelines and those recommended by representatives of the national fire service leadership during the annual meeting of the Criteria Development Panel (CDP), which was held September 9, 2025. The application period for the FY 2025 AFG Program was May 19, 2026, to June 22, 2026, and the FY 2025 FP&S Program was May 19, 2026, to June 22, 2026. The application periods were announced on the FEMA Fire Grant website at https://www.fema.gov/grants/ preparedness/firefighters, as well as at https://www.grants.gov. 91 FR 57629 · FR Doc. 2026-18419 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18419.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18419/assistance-to-firefighters-grant-program-fire-prevention-and-safety-grants) ### Final Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). 91 FR 57644 · FR Doc. 2026-18410 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18410.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18410/final-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Final Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). 91 FR 57628 · FR Doc. 2026-18409 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18409.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18409/final-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). - **Comments close** 9 December 2026 (in 89 days) 91 FR 57621 · FR Doc. 2026-18408 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18408.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18408/proposed-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). - **Comments close** 9 December 2026 (in 89 days) 91 FR 57627 · FR Doc. 2026-18406 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18406.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18406/proposed-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency This notice lists communities where the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations), as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for each community, is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. The FIRM, and where applicable, portions of the FIS report, have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Federal Regulations. The current effective community number is shown in the table below and must be used for all new policies and renewals. 91 FR 57637 · FR Doc. 2026-18405 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18405.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18405/changes-in-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency This notice lists communities where the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations), as shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for each community, is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. The FIRM, and where applicable, portions of the FIS report, have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Federal Regulations. The current effective community number is shown in the table below and must be used for all new policies and renewals. 91 FR 57622 · FR Doc. 2026-18404 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18404.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18404/changes-in-flood-hazard-determinations) ### Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities. 91 FR 57642 · FR Doc. 2026-18403 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-10/pdf/2026-18403.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/10/2026-18403/changes-in-flood-hazard-determinations) ## 9 September 2026 — 4 documents [the whole issue for this day](https://downstream.sh/daily/2026-09-09.md) ### Agency Information Collection Activities: Health Care Credentialing Form, DHS Form 5207, OMB Control No. 1601-NEW *Notice* — Homeland Security Department The Department of Homeland Security will submit the following Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. - **Comments close** 9 November 2026 (in 59 days) 91 FR 57362 · FR Doc. 2026-18374 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-09/pdf/2026-18374.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18374/agency-information-collection-activities-health-care-credentialing-form-dhs-form-5207-omb-control-no) ### Safety Zone; Brandon Road Lock and Dam to Lake Michigan Including Des Plaines River, Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, Chicago, IL *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce a segment of the Safety Zone, Brandon Road Lock and Dam to Lake Michigan including Des Plaines River, Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel Chicago, IL, on the Chicago River (South Branch) and Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal for the Tough Cup XII Regatta on September 19, 2026. This action is intended to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during a crew regatta event. During the enforcement period listed below, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan or a designated representative. 91 FR 57259 · FR Doc. 2026-18369 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-09/pdf/2026-18369.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18369/safety-zone-brandon-road-lock-and-dam-to-lake-michigan-including-des-plaines-river-chicago-sanitary) ### Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, Fort Pierce, FL *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard is removing the existing drawbridge operation regulation for the A1A North Causeway bridge, across the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, mile 964.8, near Fort Pierce, FL. The drawbridge is under demolition, and the bascule spans have been permanently removed from the waterway in August 2026. The operating regulation is no longer applicable or necessary. - **Takes effect** 9 September 2026 (2 days ago) 91 FR 57258 · FR Doc. 2026-18364 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-09/pdf/2026-18364.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18364/drawbridge-operation-regulation-atlantic-intracoastal-waterway-fort-pierce-fl) ### Registration of Lawful Permanent Residence for Children Born to Foreign Government Employees in the United States *Rule* — Homeland Security Department Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is amending its regulations to permit children born in the United States to "foreign government employees" who are not U.S. citizens to register for permanent residence. DHS is also making corresponding changes to Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status and Form G-325R, Biographic Information (Registration). - **Comments close** 5 October 2026 (in 24 days) - **Takes effect** 4 September 2026 (7 days ago) 91 FR 57249 · FR Doc. 2026-18345 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-09/pdf/2026-18345.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/09/2026-18345/registration-of-lawful-permanent-residence-for-children-born-to-foreign-government-employees-in-the) ## 8 September 2026 — 1 document [the whole issue for this day](https://downstream.sh/daily/2026-09-08.md) > The Coast Guard established a temporary safety zone in the Laguna Madre near South Padre Island, Texas, for an over water fireworks display. — via Downstream, https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/#s-2026-09-08 *Machine-written by `claude-haiku-4-5-20251001` from the documents below.* ### Safety Zone; Laguna Madre, South Padre Island, TX *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone for navigable waters on the Laguna Madre. The safety zone is needed to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment from potential hazards associated with an over water fireworks display. Entry of vessels or persons into this zone is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector Corpus Christi, or their designated representative. - **Takes effect** 5 September 2026 (6 days ago) 91 FR 57089 · FR Doc. 2026-18279 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-08/pdf/2026-18279.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/08/2026-18279/safety-zone-laguna-madre-south-padre-island-tx) ## 4 September 2026 — 7 documents [the whole issue for this day](https://downstream.sh/daily/2026-09-04.md) > The Department of Homeland Security published five notices and two rules on September 4, 2026, including drawbridge regulation removal, safety zone enforcement, and information collection requests. — via Downstream, https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/#s-2026-09-04 *Machine-written by `claude-haiku-4-5-20251001` from the documents below.* ### Intent To Request Extension From OMB of One Current Public Collection of Information: Flight Training Security Program *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Transportation Security Administration The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites public comment on one currently approved Information Collection Request (ICR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 1652-0021, abstracted below, that we will submit to OMB for an extension, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). The ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its expected burden. The collection supports security threat assessments for aliens (candidates) seeking flight training from FAA-certified providers, ensuring they do not pose a threat to aviation or national security. Flight training providers must also conduct and maintain records of security awareness training for their employees. - **Comments close** 3 November 2026 (in 53 days) 91 FR 56895 · FR Doc. 2026-18174 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18174.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18174/intent-to-request-extension-from-omb-of-one-current-public-collection-of-information-flight-training) ### Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, Comment Request; FEMA Preparedness Grants: Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public to take this opportunity to comment on an extension without change of a currently approved information collection. In accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning the information collection activities required the administer the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP). - **Comments close** 3 November 2026 (in 53 days) 91 FR 56892 · FR Doc. 2026-18172 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18172.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18172/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-comment-request-fema-preparedness) ### Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, Comment Request; Generic Clearance for Notice of Loss and Proof of Loss *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Federal Emergency Management Agency The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public to take this opportunity to comment on an extension of a currently approved information collection. In accordance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning the Generic Clearance for the Collection of the Notice of Loss and Proof of Loss for claimants who file a claim with the Agency seeking compensation for injury or loss of property resulting from fires. - **Comments close** 3 November 2026 (in 53 days) 91 FR 56893 · FR Doc. 2026-18169 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18169.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18169/agency-information-collection-activities-proposed-collection-comment-request-generic-clearance-for) ### Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Savannah River, Clyo, GA *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard is removing the existing drawbridge operation regulation for the CSX Transportation railroad bridge, mile 60.9, near Clyo, GA. The drawbridge was converted to a fixed bridge in August 2026, and the operating regulation is no longer applicable or necessary. - **Takes effect** 4 September 2026 (7 days ago) 91 FR 56778 · FR Doc. 2026-18166 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18166.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18166/drawbridge-operation-regulation-savannah-river-clyo-ga) ### Safety Zone; Ohio Street Beach Swim Course, Lake Michigan, Chicago Harbor, Chicago, IL *Rule* — Homeland Security Department · Coast Guard The Coast Guard will enforce a safety zone for the Chicago Masters' Big Shoulders 5K and 2.5K Open Water Swim event to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways during a swim event. Our regulation for marine events within the Great Lakes Coast Guard District identified the safety zone for this event in Chicago, IL. During the enforcement period, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Lake Michigan or a designated on-scene representative. 91 FR 56779 · FR Doc. 2026-18130 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18130.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18130/safety-zone-ohio-street-beach-swim-course-lake-michigan-chicago-harbor-chicago-il) ### Notice Soliciting Representatives for Technical Roundtables on Security of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operating Beyond the Visual Line of Sight *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · Transportation Security Administration The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is soliciting individuals to participate in technical roundtables that will provide input to TSA relevant to the development of model language for TSA- approved security programs that will provide for the secure operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). These roundtables will be closed to the public. Participation is limited and all participants must be validated by TSA as a representative of either a UAS BVLOS operator or an industry association representing these operators or subset of operators, as discussed later in this notice. Participants must obtain approval from TSA for access to Sensitive Security Information (SSI). 91 FR 56894 · FR Doc. 2026-18124 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18124.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18124/notice-soliciting-representatives-for-technical-roundtables-on-security-of-unmanned-aircraft-systems) ### Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension, Without Change, of a Currently Approved Collection: e-Request Tool *Notice* — Homeland Security Department · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The purpose of this notice is to allow an additional 30 days for public comments. - **Comments close** 5 October 2026 (in 24 days) 91 FR 56896 · FR Doc. 2026-18099 · [official PDF](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-09-04/pdf/2026-18099.pdf) · [federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/04/2026-18099/agency-information-collection-activities-extension-without-change-of-a-currently-approved-collection) ## Earlier 19 further days are in the [long-form archive](https://downstream.sh/daily/agency/homeland-security-department/archive.md). ## Ask an assistant instead Everything on this page is also a tool call. Add `mcp.downstream.sh` as an MCP server — no key, no account — then paste this: ``` Using the Downstream MCP server at mcp.downstream.sh, call whats_new_since with agency "Homeland Security Department" since 2026-09-04, then summarise what changed and list every deadline it created. ``` Reaches `whats_new_since`. 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