Federal Regulations & Public Comment
Federal agencies propose rules that affect everything from air quality to student loans. You have the legal right to comment on proposed rules before they become final.
How public comment works
When a federal agency proposes a new rule, they must publish it and accept public comments, typically for 30-60 days. Agencies are legally required to read and respond to substantive comments. Your comment becomes part of the official record and can influence the final rule. This is one of the most direct ways to shape federal policy.
Proposed rules accepting public comments right now
Data from the Federal Register and Regulations.gov