White House releases 2026 regulatory agenda cutting 702 rules

The White House unveiled its 2026 regulatory agenda in Washington, announcing a plan to eliminate 702 federal rules. The administration said the proposal would generate about $1. 5 trillion in cost savings.

It called for the repeal or modification of regulations across multiple agencies. The agenda includes specific revisions to the Environmental Protection Agency’s policies. It also proposes changes to the Department of Agriculture’s rules and to the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security regulations.