Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA)

Executive Order Submissions Under Review

August 30, 2026

Department of Homeland Security


AGENCY: DHS-USCIS RIN: 1615-AD05 Status: Pending Review
TITLE:Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents
STAGE: Final Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities.
RECEIVED DATE: 06/23/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None  


AGENCY: DHS-USCIS RIN: 1615-AD23 Status: Pending Review
TITLE:Removing 30-Day Refugee Termination Notice
STAGE: Interim Final Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. No
RECEIVED DATE: 08/10/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None  


AGENCY: DHS-USCIS RIN: 1615-AC93 Status: Pending Review
TITLE:U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment-Based Immigrant Visa, Fifth Preference (EB-5) Fee Rule
STAGE: Final Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. No
RECEIVED DATE: 08/19/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None  


AGENCY: DHS-USCIS RIN: 1615-AD00 Status: Pending Review
TITLE:Reforming the H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Classification Program
STAGE: Proposed Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. Yes
RECEIVED DATE: 08/24/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None  


AGENCY: DHS-USCBP RIN: 1651-AB63 Status: Pending Review
TITLE: Passport Requirements for Certain Passengers on Cruises in the Western Hemisphere
STAGE: Proposed Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. Yes
RECEIVED DATE: 03/19/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None  


AGENCY: DHS-USICE RIN: 1653-AB01 Status: Pending Review
TITLE:Optional Practical Training Fees
STAGE: Proposed Rule Economically Significant: This term refers to a regulatory action, as determined under Section 3(f)(1) of E.O. 12866, that will have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. Yes
RECEIVED DATE: 08/20/2026 LEGAL DEADLINE: None