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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public input on its plan to request Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection related to safety standards for sightseeing and commercial air tours, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is updating the Hazardous Materials Regulations to redefine an aerosol, aligning with international transportation standards and eliminating unnecessary regulatory requirements, in an effort to reduce burdens on domestic aerosol shippers.
The final rule eases regulations for domestic shippers and carriers of hazardous materials by allowing reduced marking requirements for limited quantity shipments, aiming to reduce costs and burdens.
The final rule eases regulatory requirements for domestic carriers and facility operators by allowing them to store emergency response information electronically, reducing paperwork burdens.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule to simplify the Hazardous Materials Regulations by relying on the agency's comprehensive list of hazardous substances, eliminating the need for a redundant list.
The Department of Transportation has finalized a rule that eliminates unnecessary regulations, permitting the continued use of special permit packagings for their entire lifespan, thereby reducing bureaucratic burdens on industries that rely on these authorized containers.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has updated its Hazardous Materials Program Procedures to relax the 60-day renewal deadline for special permits and approvals, allowing for earlier renewal applications.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is updating its payment system for hazardous materials transportation registration fees, switching from paper checks to electronic payments through its e-Commerce website, to streamline processing and align with government-wide electronic commerce practices.
The US Department of Transportation has finalized a rule allowing domestic carriers of hazardous materials to store PHMSA registration documents electronically, reducing recordkeeping requirements.
The final rule adjusts the monetary threshold for farmers to qualify for an exception from security plan and in-depth security training requirements, aiming to alleviate training burdens for American farmers.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has finalized a rule to eliminate or modify certain rail transportation requirements for hazardous materials, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens and improve compliance
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is updating its regulations to adopt U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) special permits 12412 and 11646, aiming to reduce paperwork and enhance safety in the hazardous materials industry.
The Department of Transportation has adopted special permit 21287 to simplify the transportation of household appliances containing low-flammability refrigerant gases, reducing regulatory burdens.
The Department of Transportation has adopted U.S. Department of Transportation special permit 21379 to simplify the transportation of refrigerating machines and components containing low flammability refrigerant gases, reducing regulatory burdens.
The Department of Transportation has adopted a new rule to simplify regulations for hazardous materials, allowing for a 10-year requalification period and a new testing method for cylinders used in gas service. This change aims to reduce regulatory burdens and leverage advances in testing technology.
The Department of Transportation has finalized a rule allowing empty intermediate bulk containers with hazardous material residue to be transported without required documentation, reducing regulatory burdens.
The U.S. government has updated the Hazardous Materials Regulations to allow for larger quantities of lithium batteries to be transported as 'Materials of Trade' (MOTs), easing restrictions on industries such as construction, landscaping, and food service.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. (DAI) Model DA20-C1 airplanes, requiring a continuity inspection of the Artex ELT 1000 emergency locator transmitter due to a missing jumper wire, in order to address an unsafe condition on these products.
The U.S. Department of Transportation is extending its enforcement discretion for airline wheelchair accommodations until April 30, 2027, to review public comments and finalize the 'Accessible Lavatories on Single-Aisle Aircraft' rule, which includes hands-on training for flight attendants on wheelchair assistance and lavatory accessibility.
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection to streamline the process of gathering feedback on agency programs, as part of a federal government-wide effort to improve service delivery, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) plans to collect information from the public to fulfill its data security requirements when providing access to restricted use data for evidence building purposes, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Rural Utilities Service, a division of the US Department of Agriculture, is seeking Letters of Interest from eligible entities for loan applications under the PART Energy Program for fiscal year 2026, with application deadlines to be announced on the Agency website and grants.gov.
PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. has reached an agreement with various stakeholders to establish a new pricing structure for its transmission services, aiming to increase revenue and improve the efficiency of its grid operations.
Texas Gas Transmission, LLC has announced a schedule for preparing an environmental assessment for the Dearborn County Lateral Project. The project involves the construction of a pipeline in Dearborn County, Indiana.
The PJM Interconnection, LLC is seeking public comment on proposed governance and stakeholder reforms following a recent conference, with the goal of enhancing the reliability and efficiency of the Mid-Atlantic power grid.
The U.S. government has determined that certain foreign individuals have engaged in activities that warrant nonproliferation measures, including a ban on U.S. government procurement, pursuant to the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (INKSNA).
The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that removing the countervailing duty order on boltless steel shelving units from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its manufacturers, harming the U.S. steel shelving industry.
CGT US Ltd. has submitted a notification to the US government for proposed production activity in Foreign-Trade Zone 80, located in New Braunfels, Texas, focusing on automotive upholstery manufacturing.
The U.S. Department of Commerce determined that removing the countervailing duty order on non-refillable steel cylinders from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its steel cylinder producers, harming the U.S. industry.
The U.S. Commerce Department has concluded that revoking the antidumping duty order on Chinese-made chassis and subassemblies would likely lead to continued dumping of these products in the U.S. market.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has concluded that revoking the countervailing duty order on prestressed concrete steel wire strand imports from China would likely allow China to continue providing subsidies to its manufacturers.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from Canada are being sold in the U.S. at less than their fair market value, prompting a request for public comment.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from Mexico are being sold in the United States at less than fair value. Interested parties have until a later date to comment on this preliminary determination.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has received two consecutive incidental harassment authorizations from the National Marine Fisheries Service to take marine mammals during the first two years of the Bonneville Lock 1 Bridge Replacement Project on the Columbia River in Oregon.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued an interim final rule to update the management plan for the Northeast Multispecies Fishery, including new catch limits for yellowtail flounder and revised measures for Atlantic cod and haddock, in response to updated scientific information and to achieve the goals of the plan.
The New England Fishery Management Council is hosting a public webinar to discuss actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone, with recommendations to be presented to the full Council for formal consideration and action.
The US government has announced a reduction in tariffs on patented pharmaceuticals and ingredients from the UK, effective immediately, as part of a broader effort to adjust imports of pharmaceuticals and ingredients into the US, as outlined in Presidential Proclamation 11020.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that companies in the Republic of Korea received subsidies for large diameter welded pipe, and is seeking public comment on the results. The review period was from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Avant Technology, Inc. has been authorized to produce solid-state drives and memory modules in Foreign-Trade Zone 12, located in Pharr, Texas, following a production activity authorization request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the burden related to withholding and information reporting for transfers of partnership interests, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has taken action, removing one individual from the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) and designating one or more individuals for sanctions, effective immediately.
The Federal Trade Commission has published a petition for rulemaking by Matheus Garcia Pereira online at https://www.regulations.gov, and is now accepting written comments on the matter.
The Federal Reserve Board is seeking public comment on a proposed rulemaking aimed at updating the regulatory framework for mutual holding companies, with the goal of reducing burdens and promoting efficiency in the industry.
The Federal Reserve is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to Regulation O, which governs loans to executive officers, directors, and principal shareholders of member banks and their affiliates, with the aim of increasing transparency, reducing regulatory burden, and modernizing the regulation.
Carine Clert has been appointed to lead the World Bank Group's efforts in Bolivia, focusing on supporting the country's public and private sectors.
Christian González Amador has taken on the role of World Bank Group Country Manager for Ecuador, leading a more integrated approach to mobilize financing, knowledge, and private investment to support economic growth, joining the World Bank Group to drive development in the country. González Amador will oversee the implementation of the World Bank Group's strategy to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in Ecuador.
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The World Bank Group's Boards of Executive Directors have launched the recruitment process for a Director General to lead the newly established Independent Accountability Mechanism (IAM).
The Philippines has reached upper-middle-income country status, and to sustain this achievement, the government is seeking bolder reforms to address current challenges and drive more inclusive economic growth and job creation.
The World Bank Group has chosen Dr. Sri Mulyani Indrawati, an Indonesian economist, to lead the replenishment process of the International Development Association's twenty-second replenishment cycle