Federal negotiated rulemaking on accreditation is on the agenda and higher‑education organizations are positioning for influence. Inside Higher Ed previewed what the Department of Education is likely to raise in upcoming accreditation rulemaking, while the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) opened nominations for new board members as it prepares to weigh in on recognition standards and oversight. Colleges should expect proposals that touch institutional accountability, quality assurance metrics and the role of accreditors in federal aid eligibility — decisions that will affect compliance, reporting burdens and institutional autonomy.