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Business · 22/11/1996Updated: 10/18/2026 · 1 min read

SBA Considers Waiver of Nonmanufacturer Rule for Routers and Switches

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The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking public comments on a potential waiver of the Nonmanufacturer Rule for Routers and Switches, as no small business manufacturers or processors are available to supply these products to the Federal Government.

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Business · 9/4/2026

Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements Under OMB Review

The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection, and is extending the public comment period by 30 days to allow for additional feedback. The SBA is required to publish this notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act and OMB procedures.

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Business · 9/2/2026

SBA Updates Commercialization Standards for SBIR and STTR Firms

The U.S. Small Business Administration is seeking public comment on updated minimum performance standards for commercialization for firms funded through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs, which require a minimum share of annual revenue from non-program funding to remain eligible for new awards.

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Business · 9/14/2026

FEMA Amends Disaster Declaration for Indiana

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its declaration of a major disaster for public assistance only in the state of Indiana, following severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding, initially declared on August 25, 2026.

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