# 13 C.F.R. § 101.108 (2026): Has SBA waived any of the public participation exemptions of the Administrative Procedure Act?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T13_P101_S101_108

## Section

- **Citation:** 13 C.F.R. § 101.108 (2026)
- **Heading:** Has SBA waived any of the public participation exemptions of the Administrative Procedure Act?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 13 CFR: Business Credit and Assistance / Chapter I: SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION / Part 101: ADMINISTRATION / Subpart A: Overview / § 101.108: § 101.108   Has SBA waived any of the public participation exemptions of the Administrative Procedure Act?

## Text

Yes. Despite these exemptions, SBA will follow the public participation requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. 553, in rulemakings relating to public property, loans, grants, benefits, or contracts.

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