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USDA/AgSEC RIN: 0503-AA90 Publication ID: 2026 
Title: ●Equal Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in USDA's Programs and Activities: Implementation of Executive Order 14205  
Abstract:

This proposed rule would amend USDA's regulations to implement Executive Order 14205 (Establishment of a White House Faith and Opportunity Initiative). Among other changes, this rule proposes to provide clarity regarding the rights of faith-based organizations participating in USDA programs. This proposed rulemaking aligns with USDA's goal of implementing its programs and activities consistent with the First Amendment to the Constitution and the requirements of federal law, including the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

 
Agency: Department of Agriculture(USDA)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: First time published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
EO 14192 Designation: Other 
CFR Citation: 7 CFR Part 16     (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)
Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301    42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  11/00/2026 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Alex Cordova
Deputy Director, Center for Faith
Department of Agriculture
Phone:202 845-5559
Email: alex.cordova@usda.gov