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The Department of Commerce is seeking public comment on its proposed information collection for the Pacific Coast Groundfish Trawl Rationalization Program Permit and License Information Collection, which must be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval within 60 days.
The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) is requesting public comment on its proposed workforce data collection instrument, which is subject to review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has reissued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) for the Auke Bay East Ferry Terminal project in Juneau, Alaska, with updated effective dates of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, following a request from the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF).
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the National Ocean Service (NOS) are updating their rules to align with a Presidential directive, changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, in an effort to provide clarity for the public and ensure consistency with the Executive Order.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Employee Benefits Security Administration-sponsored information collection request, which is required for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comments on a proposed extension of the information collection request for Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors, aiming to reduce paperwork burden and ensure efficient data collection.
The Department of Labor is requesting public comments on a proposed extension of its information collection request for Labor Standards for Federal Service Contracts, aiming to reduce paperwork burden and ensure efficient data collection.
The Commission shall, by means of implementing acts, adopt delegated acts in accordance with Article 21 of Regulation (EC) No 1290/2009.';
The European Patent Office (EPO) will stop using the Online Filing (eOLF) software by the end of 2025, replacing it with the new Online Filing 2.0 system, which is set to become the standard online filing solution by January 2026.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) convened the 728th meeting of the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS) to discuss reactor safety and regulatory issues.
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will consider several proposals at an open meeting on Thursday, August 07, 2025, including rule changes related to environmental rules, space innovation, submarine cable landing licenses, and application fees.
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) is requesting public input on potential violations of the Antidumping Act, specifically regarding Certain High-Strength Aluminum or Aluminum Alloy-Coated Steel, and Automotive Products and Automobiles Containing Same.
The US Trade Representative's office has cancelled a hearing scheduled for paper file folders imported from Cambodia and Sri Lanka, thereby putting an end to antidumping and countervailing duty investigations into these products.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint about Certain Smart Televisions and is seeking public comments on any issues related to the complaint or the complainant's filing.
The FDA is correcting an error in its order on color additives, specifically the safe use of gardenia (genipin) blue in foods, which incorrectly stated the methanol specification.
The FDA is proposing to lower the minimum orange juice soluble solids content from 10.5 Brix to 10 Brix, aiming to promote honesty and fair dealing in the interest of consumers and provide industry greater flexibility in the manufacture of pasteurized orange juice.
The Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is seeking OMB approval to renew its Application To Transfer and Register NFA Firearm (Tax-Exempt), ATF Form 5320.5, also known as Form 5, for an additional three years.
The FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services Division is seeking OMB approval to extend a previously approved collection of information on law enforcement officers killed and assaulted, as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Secretary of Commerce is soliciting public feedback on a proposed amendment to the Export Trade Certificate of Review, which would be issued by the International Trade Administration's Office of Trade and Economic Analysis
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has updated the authorization for taking marine mammals incidental to geophysical surveys in the Gulf of America, following changes to the original Letter of Authorization issued to Viridien
The U.S. Department of Commerce is conducting an administrative review of the antidumping duty order on common alloy aluminum sheet from Bahrain. The review period is from April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024, and Commerce has found that the subject merchandise was sold at prices below normal value during this time.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a final temporary rule to increase the catch limits for red grouper in the Gulf of America, in response to recently discovered circumstances that aim to mitigate economic harm to red grouper fishermen. The measure is intended to boost revenue for commercial and recreational fishermen targeting red grouper.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) proposes a rule to implement Amendment 125 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Management Area, which would add a small vessel provision to the Pacific cod jig sector, allowing catch from smaller vessels to accrue to the jig sector allocation. This action aims to provide stability and opportunities for some fishery participants and potential new entrants.
The IRS proposes new regulations to clarify an employer's line of business for determining the exclusion from gross income for no-additional-cost services or qualified employee discounts provided to employees.
The Department of Labor is requesting public comment on an Office of Workers' Compensation Programs-sponsored information collection request for review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
A patent system continuation proceeding is ongoing to ensure the efficient functioning of the patent system, following a referral (G1/25) regarding the adaptation of the description.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering a license amendment to the Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station, Unit 2, to revise technical specifications related to automatic main steam line isolation, requiring manual action instead.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comment on its intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection request related to its Driver Monitoring System (DMS) in SAE L2 Driver Support Systems.
The Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs is requesting an extension of its currently approved collection, the NTTAC Feedback Form package, for review and approval by the Office of Management and Budget.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is requesting renewal review and approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a previously approved information collection, as part of the Certifying Qualifying State Relief from Disabilities Program, following a request for public comments.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is requesting OMB approval to renew its National Tracing Center Trace Request, a previously approved collection, as part of its ongoing efforts to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) of the Department of Justice is requesting renewal review and approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a previously approved information collection, titled Application and Permit to Import Firearms, Ammunition, and Defense Articles, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Executive Office for Immigration Review, part of the Department of Justice, is seeking OMB approval to extend and revise two immigration forms, EOIR-42A and EOIR-42B, which are used for permanent and non-permanent residents, respectively.
The Rural Housing Service is offering $13.1 million in funding for the Housing Preservation Grant program, with a focus on disaster relief and rural housing repairs, for fiscal year 2025, including $500,000 each for Puerto Rico and Tennessee
The Forest Service is requesting public input on the extension of its Forest Products Removal Permits and Contracts information collection, which is governed by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The USDA Forest Service is revising land management plans for the Malheur, Umatilla, and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests and seeking public input on the proposed changes, with a goal of completing the process by a certain date.
The US Department of State is proposing amendments to the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program to enhance vetting and combat fraud, requiring petitioners to provide passport information and updating language in regulations to simplify guidance for consular officers.
The Department of State is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection, an affidavit of identifying witness, which it has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval. The public has 30 days to provide feedback on the collection.
The U.S. Department of State has launched a 12-month visa bond pilot program for aliens applying for temporary visitor visas (B-1/B-2) from countries with high visa overstay rates. The program requires applicants to post a bond of up to $15,000 as a condition of visa issuance.
The U.S. Department of State is required to provide public notice of a meeting of the Advisory Committee on International Postal and Delivery Services, as mandated by the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92-463.
The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on a proposed extension of the Monthly Retail Surveys, which will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995.
Michaels Stores Procurement Company, Inc. has received official approval for its subzone status in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion plans.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has found that Sucroal S.A. sold citric acid from Colombia at a price lower than its normal value during the review period, and is inviting interested parties to comment on the preliminary results.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an information collection request sponsored by the Employee Benefits Security Administration, which is required for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Office of Workers' Compensation Programs-sponsored information collection request for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the interest rate for Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loans, which will apply to loans approved on or after July 31, 2025.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public input on a proposed survey to gather information on the costs of Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering compliance, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act.
Starting December 1, employees representing a party will be able to register for general authorizations through a simplified process, according to a recent update
Starting October 1, lawyers will be permitted to join associations of representatives, marking a significant change in the industry
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is seeking public comment on a draft report for the Level 3 Probabilistic Risk Assessment project, specifically Volume 8 of the Integrated Site Risk, All Hazards, Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 PRA.