Federal Register #USCIS-2026-0331

Proposed Rule Clarifying Genealogy Program Records Handling and Transfer to NARA

This opportunity concerns a proposed regulatory change by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), affecting the genealogy program for immigration records. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory action rather than a procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - Genealogy Index Search Request (Form G1041) - Estimated annual quantity: 8,953 - Fee: $80 for paper filing, $30 for online filing - Genealogy Records Request (Form G1041A) - Estimated annual quantity: 5,790 - Fee: $80 for paper filing, $30 for online filing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Historical immigration records will be transferred from USCIS to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). - After transfer, USCIS will no longer provide these records directly; requests will be processed by NARA. - The rule seeks public comment, especially regarding impacts on small entities. - The change is intended to clarify federal records management and reduce administrative burden for USCIS.

Description

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposes to amend its regulation governing genealogy program related records requests. The goal is to revise regulations to clarify the impact of statutory and regulatory federal records requirements. This amendment aims to help individuals requesting immigration records through the genealogy program better understand which records may be requested. The proposed rule also addresses the transfer of historical records to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and the resulting changes in the request process. Comments on the proposed rule are accepted until October 20, 2026.

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