Initial Statement of Beneficial Ownership

This filing is an Initial Statement of Beneficial Ownership (Form 3) for Francis C. Mahoney, a director of BLACKROCK FLOATING RATE INCOME STRATEGIES FUND, INC. (FRA). The report covers the period ending September 8, 2026. Mr. Mahoney, through his attorney-in-fact Gladys Chang, reported no direct ownership of securities. The filing is an initial statement, indicating this is likely the first time his beneficial ownership is being reported.