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The Morning Scout — July 2, 2026

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Good morning. Here's your federal-contracting briefing for July 2, 2026 — 3 new items from across the market.

📡 The Wire

DoD Seeks Industry Input on Revised Printed Circuit Board Sourcing Restrictions (DFARS Case 2022-D011)
The Department of Defense (DoD) is asking for public input to help draft a revision to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) implementing statutory restrictions on acquiring printed circuit boards from covered nations. Comments are due August 31, 2026.

DHS Proposes Rule to Automatically Revoke EB-5 Petitions Tied to Terminated Regional Centers
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a rule to implement automatic-revocation provisions of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, affecting immigrant investor petitions tied to the EB-5 Regional Center Program. Comments are due August 31, 2026.

USDA Proposes Letting Rural Housing Owners Use Direct MFH Loans for Acquisition
The Rural Housing Service is proposing to let owners of USDA-financed multifamily housing use Direct Multifamily Housing loans and grants to finance acquisition in preservation deals, not just rehabilitation. Comments are due August 31, 2026.


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