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The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to repatriate cultural items to Native American tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in Alaska, in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
The San Bernardino County Museum has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects, determining a cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
The Stamford Museum & Nature Center plans to return cultural items to Native American tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
Culver-Stockton College in Canton, MO, plans to repatriate cultural items under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) due to their cultural affiliation with Native American tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations.
The American Museum of Natural History plans to return cultural items to the Indian Tribe in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
Kansas State University has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects, determining a cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
Museum of the Rockies completes NAGPRA inventory, determining cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations.
Oberlin College's Allen Memorial Art Museum plans to return a cultural item to its Native American affiliation in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is updating its rules to allow aircraft to operate with either continuously illuminated 'No Smoking' signs or manually controlled signs, aligning with current industry practices.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has set an October 10, 2024, deadline for airlines to submit their Summer 2025 flight schedules for five major US airports: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), and San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received applications to register new uses for pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients, prompting public comment period.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted an exemption to Evonik Corporation from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of a specific polymer in pesticide formulations, allowing for its use as an inert ingredient.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted an exemption to UPL NA, Inc. for the use of Bacillus licheniformis strain 414-01 in food commodities, eliminating the need for a maximum permissible level for residues.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received applications to register pesticide products containing new active ingredients, seeking public comment on these applications.
The US government has set a tolerance for residues of ethaboxam in leaf petiole of certain vegetables, following a request from the Interregional Project Number 4 under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued an Interim Enforcement Policy allowing staff to exercise enforcement discretion for certain violations involving radioactive material, provided the licensee meets specific conditions.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has corrected an error in its proposed rule document, changing the deadline for filing replies to comments on closed captioning of video programming from August 2, 2024, to a later date.
The Federal Communications Commission has announced revisions to its process for reviewing applications with foreign ownership, aimed at improving timeliness and transparency, following approval from the Office of Management and Budget.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is reestablishing a computer matching program between FNS and state agencies administering the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program allows state agencies to access the Electronic Disqualified Recipient System (eDRS), a national database operated by FNS.
The US government is seeking public comment on a proposed revision to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Mobile Payment Pilot Program, which aims to test mobile payment technologies for redeeming SNAP benefits.
The Farm Service Agency is taking steps to comply with a preliminary injunction related to payment calculations for the 2022 Emergency Relief Program, as mandated by a court order.
The USDA Rural Development agency is seeking loan and grant applications for rural economic development projects, with approximately $50 million in funding available for FY 2025, subject to the passage of a FY 25 Consolidated Appropriations Act.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will host a public meeting from October 28 to October 30, 2024, to share information on its research programs, featuring presentations from representatives of the Agency's Vehicle Safety Research and Behavioral Safety Research offices.
The US Commission is seeking public input on potential public interest issues that may arise if it finds a violation of the General Exclusion Order in a case involving chocolate milk powder and packaging.
The US Commission is scheduling expedited reviews of the antidumping duty order and countervailing duty order on cast iron soil pipe from China to determine if revoking these duties would harm US producers.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a refusal to approve a new drug application for ITCA 650, a diabetes treatment developed by Intarcia Therapeutics, Inc., citing concerns over the drug's safety for its intended use.
The FDA is hosting a public meeting of its Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee to discuss the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors in patients with unresectable or metastatic gastric and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, and is seeking public comments on the topic.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for certain medical devices related to COVID-19, following a public health emergency declaration by the Secretary of Health and Human Services in February 2020.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a final guidance document titled "Electronic Submission Template for Medical Device De Novo Requests" to support industry in preparing electronic submissions for De Novo requests to the FDA. This guidance aims to improve submission consistency and efficiency in the review process.
The Federal Trade Commission has issued an advisory opinion affirming the applicability of consumer protections under the Truth in Lending Act to home sales financed under contracts for deed, which may provide buyers with additional protections under TILA and Regulation Z.
The Department of Justice will submit a request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval of a new survey on flexible financial assistance for victims of violence, as part of the Office on Violence Against Women's activities.
The Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women is seeking OMB approval for a new information collection request related to semi-annual and annual performance reporting data for its Formula and Discretionary Grant Programs, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women is seeking OMB approval for a new data collection to support the OVW Demonstration Program on trauma-informed, victim-centered training for law enforcement on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, as proposed by Abby Honold
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), part of the Department of Justice (DOJ), is seeking OMB approval for an information collection related to exempt chemical preparations under the Controlled Substance Act, following a previously approved collection that is set to expire.
The Community Development Advisory Board will hold an open meeting at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where the public can attend in-person or watch live via webcast, to provide advice to the CDFI Fund Director. The meeting details and live webcast link are available on the CDFI Fund website.
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Occupational Safety & Health Administration-sponsored information collection request related to the standard for servicing multi-piece and single piece rim wheels, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has approved petitions for modification of mandatory safety standards, allowing mine operators to use alternative methods of compliance, following a review and investigation of submitted petitions between January 1, 2024, and June 30, 2024.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued an interim final rule extending the records retention requirement for lenders that made Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to ten years, aligning with the statute of limitations for alleged PPP borrower fraud
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing updates to its regulations governing the Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program to clarify policies and improve efficiency. The proposed rule aims to simplify size and status recertification requirements across multiple programs.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is set to amend its declaration of a major disaster for the State of Iowa, which was initially issued on June 24, 2024, following severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, and tornadoes that affected the state between June 16, 2024, and July 23, 2024.
The U.S. government has issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for the state of New Mexico, which was initially declared on June 20, 2024, due to the ongoing South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, and flooding incidents. The declaration is still in effect, with the incident period continuing from June 17, 2024, and beyond.
The FDIC is seeking public input on proposed changes to its regulations governing brokered deposits at under-capitalized banks, which would impact their ability to accept deposits from other financial institutions.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is seeking public comment on the renewal of its information collection, International Regulation--Part 28, as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Bank of Korea announced its monetary policy decision on August 22, 2024, and held a press conference to discuss the details.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) awards approximately $17,000,000 to the National Foundation for the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, Inc (CDCF) to strengthen public health departments' capacity for overdose surveillance and prevention.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is giving notice that the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (PCSFN) will hold its annual meeting, which will be open to the public.
The Council on Graduate Medical Education public meeting scheduled for September 12-13, 2024, has been changed to a 1-day meeting on September 12, 2024.
HRSA submitted an Information Collection Request to OMB for review and approval of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program Quarterly Performance Report, with a 30-day public comment period.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announces inseason action for the 2024 Pacific halibut non-Tribal directed commercial fishery in Area 2A, adding a fishing period from August 27 to August 29, 2024, with a catch limit of 1,400 pounds per vessel.
The U.S. Department of Commerce is rescinding the administrative review of the antidumping duty order on refillable stainless steel kegs from the People's Republic of China for the period of review from December 1, 2022, through November 30, 2023.