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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering granting an exemption to Connecticut Yankee Atomic Power Company to withdraw funds from a segregated account for spent nuclear fuel and waste management without prior NRC notification.
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted an exemption to Constellation Energy Generation, LLC, allowing the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant to maintain and load new spent fuel canisters without meeting certain specifications.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has received a license amendment application from Northern States Power Company to revise inspection intervals for the Prairie Island Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation in Welch, Minnesota, in line with industry technical specifications.
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted an exemption to Dominion Energy Nuclear Connecticut, Inc. following a request submitted on May 2, 2023, for the Millstone Power Station, Unit No. 3.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking to update its record on proposed rules for reducing orbital debris in space, which were first proposed in 2020.
The FCC's Technological Advisory Council will hold a meeting on June 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and be available to the public via the internet at http://www.fcc.gov/live.
The Rural Utilities Service, an agency of the US Department of Agriculture, is hosting a virtual public listening session to gather stakeholder feedback on its Distance Learning and Telemedicine program, which aims to bridge rural communities with advanced telecommunications technology.
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend and revise an existing information collection for voluntary grading and certification of meat and other products, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is seeking public comment on revised forms for its Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), which collects data on energy usage and expenditures for U.S. households, with the goal of producing household energy usage estimates for 2024.
The U.S. Trade Representative is seeking public comments on proposed modifications to tariffs on Chinese products, including the addition of ad valorem rates and the exclusion of certain machinery from tariffs, as part of a four-year review of actions taken in the Section 301 investigation of China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided not to review an initial determination granting-in-part a motion to amend the complaint and notice of investigation in a case involving certain products containing tirzepatide and products purporting to contain tirzepatide, which names two additional respondents.
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) is requesting public comments on potential violations of the Antidumping Act, specifically regarding Certain Portable Battery Jump Starters and Components Thereof, following an initial determination by an administrative law judge.
The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided to start a new investigation related to Realtek Semiconductor Corporation, which was previously subject to a limited exclusion order.
The US Commission will conduct full reviews to determine if revoking countervailing and antidumping duties on large diameter welded pipe imports from these countries would harm US producers, potentially leading to material injury within a reasonable timeframe.
The FDA has permanently barred Jessica Palacio from providing services related to approved or pending drug products due to her felony conviction under federal law, following her failure to submit sufficient information for a hearing.
The FDA is proposing to withdraw approval of four new drug applications after NDA holders repeatedly failed to file required annual reports, and is offering NDA holders the opportunity to request a hearing on the proposal.
The FDA is extending the comment period for a reopening notice related to increased fees for certification services, following a request for an extension to allow more time for public comments.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the drug product PEMGARDA (pemivibart) to treat COVID-19, following a public health emergency declaration by the Secretary of Health and Human Services in March 2020.
The FDA has awarded a priority review voucher to Pfizer, the manufacturer of PAXLOVID, a material threat medical countermeasure product, following its approval on May 25, 2023.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is inviting the public to attend a meeting in preparation for its Technical Committee 74 (TC 74) meeting, which is scheduled to take place soon.
The Internal Revenue Service is seeking public comments on proposed intake/interview and quality review sheets, as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
OSHA has announced Nemko North America, Inc.'s application for expansion of recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and has made a preliminary finding to grant the application.
The State of Hawaii has issued an administrative declaration of a disaster, effective from April 11 to April 12, 2024, in response to severe storms, flooding, and landslides that affected the state.
The State of New York has issued an administrative declaration of a disaster due to severe storms and flash flooding that occurred on July 9-10, 2023.
The OCC is seeking public comment on a proposed rule to enhance the accuracy and integrity of information furnished to consumer reporting agencies, with a deadline for comments set for July 29, 2024.
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is seeking public comment on a revised information collection related to the registration of mortgage loan originators, as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
The Focus Report economic projections are compiled by a team of experts at the Bank of Canada, led by Senior Deputy Governor Paul Rouleau, and are based on a detailed analysis of economic indicators and data, including GDP growth rates, inflation rates, and employment numbers, which are regularly updated to reflect recent changes in the economy.
The Administration for Children and Families launched the Testing Identified Elements for Success in Fatherhood Programs project in 2022 to identify effective program elements for fathers and their children, with initial data collection approved in December 2023.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) re-approved the Joint Commission as an accreditation organization for clinical laboratories under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 for 6 years.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is seeking public comments on a proposed data collection project for the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program Statewide Needs Assessment Update.
HRSA submitted an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval, with a 30-day public comment period.
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has made available three draft toxicological profiles for public review and comment.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) announces a 90-day finding on a petition to list Gulf of Alaska Chinook salmon as a threatened or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act, citing substantial scientific or commercial information indicating the petitioned action may be warranted.
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold its 152nd Scientific and Statistical Committee and other committee meetings, as well as its 199th Council meeting to address fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is adjusting the daily retention limits for bluefin tuna in the General and Harpoon categories, effective for the June through August subquota time period and for the remainder of the 2024 Harpoon category fishing season.
The Puerto Rico Trade, Tourism, and Investment Company approved the expansion of Subzone 61Z, a project led by Oldach Associates, LLC in Bayamón, Puerto Rico.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will hold a virtual public meeting to evaluate the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program and solicit written comments from the public.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has adjusted the Atlantic bluefin tuna retention limits for the remainder of 2024, increasing the daily catch limits for private and recreational vessels.
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) received a permit application from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to enhance the propagation and survival of endangered species for a 5-year period.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination that certain paper shopping bags from China are being sold at less than fair value, with a period of investigation from October 1, 2022, to March 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to Chinese producers/exporters of certain paper shopping bags, effective from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from Colombia are being sold in the United States at less than fair value, with the period of investigation spanning from April 1, 2022, to May 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from India are being sold in the United States at less than fair value, with the period of investigation spanning from April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that countervailable subsidies are being provided to Indian producers and exporters of certain paper shopping bags, specifically from January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2022.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from Malaysia are being sold in the United States at less than fair value, with a period of investigation from April 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from Portugal are being sold in the United States at less than fair value from April 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from Taiwan are being sold in the United States at less than fair value, with the period of investigation spanning from April 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that certain paper shopping bags from Vietnam are being sold at less-than-fair value in the United States for the period of investigation from October 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023.
The state of Washington has proposed a foreign-trade zone in Clallam County under the Alternative Site Framework, a development that could benefit local businesses.
The New England Fishery Management Council is scheduling a public hybrid meeting to consider actions affecting New England fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Recommendations from the meeting will be brought to the full Council for formal consideration and action.