OMB Releases 2026 Unified Agenda Outlining Federal Regulatory Actions

The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has released its 2026 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions, detailing significant regulatory plans from federal agencies. Key initiatives include the FDA's intent to reform the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) framework, finalize front-of-package nutrition labeling rules, and modernize food standards of identity. The USDA also plans to revise poultry grower payment systems, modernize beef slaughter inspection, and amend bioengineered food disclosure standards.