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The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Employment and Training Administration-sponsored information collection request, which is required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and will submit it to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is seeking public input on a proposed extension of the International Training Application, aiming to minimize reporting burden and ensure data can be provided in the desired format.
The Federal Trade Commission has released a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking, seeking public comment on revising the rule's title, adding a prohibition on impersonating individuals, and expanding liability to parties knowingly involved in impersonation schemes.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is seeking public comment on its proposed renewal of a collection of information related to swap execution facilities, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public input on a proposed information collection titled 'Requests for Reasonable Accommodations from Non-Federal Entities.'
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is publishing a regular monthly notice regarding amendments to facility operating licenses and combined licenses that do not involve significant hazards considerations. The notice is required by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended.
The Wireless Telecommunications Bureau is seeking public comments on proposed licensing and coordination procedures for the Federal Communications Commission's Space Launch Service, with a focus on non-Federal space launch operations in specific frequency bands.
The Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Wireless Telecommunications Bureau is seeking public comment on a proposed process for selecting a Space Launch Frequency Coordinator for the FCC's Space Launch Service, with applications to be filed electronically through the FCC's Electronic Comment Filing System in WT Docket 24-687.
The USDA is updating its organic standards to clarify requirements for organic mushroom production and organic pet food, addressing issues such as mushroom substrate composition and synthetic substance use in pet food.
The US Department of Agriculture has implemented a new rule increasing the assessment rate for domestic watermelon producers and importers, with the goal of promoting the US watermelon industry.
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to continue using an existing information collection without a control number, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, for the purpose of collecting data for Dairy Market News, in accordance with Section 203(g) of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946, as amended.
The Food and Nutrition Service is revising a rule to enhance access and fairness in USDA's food distribution programs, benefiting eligible populations and simplifying requirements for program operators.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking feedback from various stakeholders to inform the development of the Child Nutrition Programs Tribal Pilot Projects, authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which aims to allow Tribes to administer Child Nutrition Programs, promoting Tribal sovereignty.
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is proposing to update its real property disposition policies and procedures to align with the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act's process and to address considerations needed at each stage of disposal. The proposed rule aims to help Federal landholding agencies understand their responsibilities and engage with GSA to meet their real property goals and objectives.
The General Services Administration (GSA) is providing notice of two upcoming public meetings of the Federal Secure Cloud Advisory Committee (FSCAC), as required by the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended.
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has revised the schedule for its investigations into imported float glass products from China and Malaysia, which were previously scheduled to conclude on January 31, 2024.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has published a summary of administrative protective order (APO) breach investigations completed in fiscal year 2024. The report covers APO breaches in Commission proceedings under both the Tariff Act of 1930 and section 337 of the Tariff Act, and aims to inform parties of the types of APO breaches and actions taken by the Commission.
The US International Trade Commission has scheduled the final phase of an investigation into whether imports of high chrome cast iron grinding media from India are harming the US industry, following a preliminary finding that the imports are subsidized and sold at below-market prices.
The FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research has revised its organizational structure, which was approved by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on November 19, 2024.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is updating its Regulation Z to adjust the asset-size exemptions for creditors and insured institutions that offer higher-priced mortgage loans, effective on an annual basis.
The U.S. Department of State invites private companies to participate in domestic and international events focused on ensuring safe and sustainable space exploration and leveraging emerging markets in outer space.
The US government has announced the determination that certain objects being imported from abroad for a temporary exhibition at the Neue Galerie New York are of cultural significance and in the national interest, as part of the
The Minneapolis Institute of Art has been granted permission to temporarily display culturally significant objects from abroad, including works by Jose Maria Velasco, in its upcoming exhibition, citing national interest.
The US government has published a notice determining that certain objects being imported for the exhibition
The U.S. Department of State's Advisory Committee on International Law (ACIL) is scheduled to meet, according to a recent notice. The meeting is an opportunity for the committee to discuss and address international law-related matters.
The IRS has released final regulations clarifying the process for supervisory approval of penalties assessed by the agency, addressing uncertainty caused by recent judicial decisions and affecting the IRS and individuals subject to those penalties.
The IRS has corrected a proposed rulemaking notice, initially published on December 3, 2024, regarding the definition of qualified nonpersonal use vehicles, as outlined in REG-106595-22.
The United States Mint is updating prices for its 2025 numismatic clad products, as outlined in the table provided in the Supplementary Information section.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics is requesting public comments on its plan to reinstate the Contingent Work Supplement to the Current Population Survey, which is set to begin in May 2025, as part of its effort to reduce paperwork and minimize respondent burden.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to modify its data collection process, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), and is inviting public comments on the proposed changes.
The Federal Reserve Board is requesting public comment on a proposal to extend for three years the use of two forms, MSD-4 and MSD-5, without revisions, which are used by municipal securities dealers and principals.
The Federal Reserve Board is requesting public comment on a proposal to extend the Semiannual Report of Derivatives Activity without revision for three years.
The Federal Reserve Board is requesting public comment on a proposal to extend the Central Bank Survey of Foreign Exchange and Derivatives Market Activity for three years, with revisions.
The Federal Reserve Board has adopted a proposal to extend the Basel II Interagency Pillar 2 Supervisory Guidance for three years without revision, under delegated authority, and will submit it to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
The Federal Reserve Board is seeking public comment on a proposal to extend for three years the recordkeeping and disclosure requirements for appraisal management companies without making any changes.
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued an environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for Constellation Energy Generation LLC's exemption request to maintain loaded canisters in a storage condition that deviates from the Certificate of Compliance requirements at LaSalle County Station Units 1 and 2.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted an exemption to Framatome Inc. for the U.S. EPR standard design certification application, allowing for a delay in submitting annual reports on emergency core cooling systems until 2028.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public input on a proposed information collection titled Human Performance Test Facility.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering exemptions from regulations allowing PSEG Nuclear to transfer earnings from a nuclear decommissioning trust into separate subaccounts for certain activities without prior NRC notification, in response to a May 28, 2024, request.
The 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee has announced public meetings for Informal Working Groups 1 through 4, set to take place as part of WRC-27 Advisory Committee proceedings.
The Rural Housing Service is updating its process for lenders to apply for the Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program, which is funded by the Appropriations Act each fiscal year, and will determine the available program dollars.
The US Department of Agriculture is expanding the list of barberry species and varieties resistant to black stem rust, allowing for easier interstate movement of the newly developed varieties.
The Ottawa National Forest Resource Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting to improve collaborative relationships and provide advice on projects and funding for the Ottawa National Forest, as well as recreation fee proposals, in accordance with the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act and the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.
The US Department of Agriculture has authorized the importation of fresh rosemary and tarragon from Ethiopia into the continental United States, following a review of pest risk analyses and phytosanitary measures. This decision is based on the finding that the imported plants can be safely mitigated to prevent the introduction of plant pests or noxious weeds.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting nominations for 30 members to serve on the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) for a two-year term starting September 2025.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is introducing a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 305a to enhance safety for electric-powered vehicles, replacing the existing FMVSS No. 305, which focused on electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection.
The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are seeking public comments on an extension of a Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part 4 requirement and a revision to address existing Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code requirements. The proposed extension would run until March 31, 2028.
The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has scheduled the final phase of an investigation into whether imports of ceramic tile from India are harming the US industry. The investigation, which began in 2023, aims to determine if Indian ceramic tile imports are being sold at less-than-fair-value and subsidized.
The US Department of Commerce has terminated an antidumping duty investigation into melamine imports from Qatar, concluding that no dumping is occurring. The investigation, which began in 2023, was Investigation No. 731-TA-1671 (Final).
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about certain passive optical network equipment and is now seeking public comments on any issues related to the public interest, as outlined in its rules and procedures.