Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive for Airbus Helicopters Model H160-B helicopters due to excessive axial play of the rotating scissors spherical bearings.
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Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive for all Leonardo S.p.a. Model AB139 and AW139 helicopters to address reports of broken main landing gear shock absorber piston rod eye ends.
EPA Submits Notice of Arrival of Pesticides and Devices Under Section 17(c) of FIFRA for Review and Approval
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a proposed extension of the Notice of Arrival of Pesticides and Devices Under Section 17(c) of FIFRA for review and approval, with an additional 30 days for public comments.
Environmental Protection Agency Submits Pesticide Registration Fees Program for Review and Approval
The Environmental Protection Agency has submitted the Pesticide Registration Fees Program for review and approval, allowing for an additional 30 days for public comments.
EPA Announces Availability of Draft Pesticide Registration Notice on Bilingual Labeling
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of a draft Pesticide Registration Notice to track the adoption of bilingual labeling on end-use pesticide product labels, as required by the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022.
Environmental Protection Agency Submits Information Collection Request for Pesticide Containers and Containment
The Environmental Protection Agency has submitted a proposed extension of the information collection request for Standards for Pesticide Containers and Containment, with public comments requested via the Federal Register by April 22, 2024, and now extended by 30 days.
EPA to Submit Revised Information Collection Request for Transportation and Climate Division Grant Programs
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit a revised information collection request for the Transportation and Climate Division (TCD) Grant Programs, soliciting public comments on specific aspects before submitting it to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval.
FCC Seeks Comments on Accessibility Rules for Video Conferencing
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to accessibility rules for interoperable video conferencing services, including text-to-speech functionality and access for people with disabilities.
Notice of Availability for Record of Decision on Lynden and Sumas Land Ports of Entry Modernization Project
The US General Services Administration (GSA) has issued a Record of Decision (ROD) for the modernization and expansion of the Lynden and Sumas Land Ports of Entry (LPOE) in Washington, following a Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and floodplain assessment, in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.
FDA Revokes Temporary Permit for Liquid Eggs Market Testing
The FDA has revoked the temporary permit for M.G. Waldbaum Co. to market test ultrapasteurized liquid whole eggs and ultrapasteurized liquid whole eggs with citric acid, as the need for the permit no longer exists.
FDA Announces Final Guidance for Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Designation Program
The FDA has released a final guidance for the pharmaceutical industry to adopt advanced manufacturing technologies, aiming to improve product quality and reduce drug development time, ultimately benefiting patients.
Excise Tax on Designated Drugs
The proposed regulations would impose an excise tax on designated drugs sold by manufacturers, producers, and importers during specific periods, providing detailed rules for tax calculation and affecting these industries.
Internal Revenue Service Requests Comments on Form 1099-G
The Internal Revenue Service is seeking public input on Form 1099-G, a document used to report certain government payments, as part of its efforts to reduce paperwork and burden on respondents, in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Administrative Declaration of a Disaster for the State of Washington
The State of Washington has issued an administrative declaration of a disaster due to the Bomb Cyclone incident, effective as of December 23, 2024.
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Issues Exemptions to PSEG Nuclear for Decommissioning Activities
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has granted exemptions to PSEG Nuclear, LLC, allowing the company to transfer funds for radiological decommissioning activities without prior NRC notification, in response to a request made on May 28, 2024.
NRC Considers Extension of American Centrifuge Plant Operations
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering an extension of the American Centrifuge Plant's operations, potentially through June 30, 2025, and a revised contract with the US Department of Energy.
FCC Announces Plan to Support Broadband in Rural Alaska
The Federal Communications Commission has unveiled a plan to continue supporting modern mobile and fixed broadband services in rural and high-cost areas of Alaska, addressing the persistent challenges of providing affordable and high-quality internet access to residents.
US Department of Agriculture Amends Regulations for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Indemnity Payments
The US Department of Agriculture is updating its rules to require commercial poultry farms to undergo biosecurity audits before restocking poultry if they were previously infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), in order to ensure that farmers take measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
US Swine Health Improvement Plan Proposal
The US swine industry is requesting the creation of a voluntary livestock improvement program, US SHIP, to enhance biosecurity, traceability, and disease surveillance for swine health, with the goal of allowing participating sites to market their products with relevant certification status during outbreaks.
Rural Housing Service Updates Credit Report Process for Multifamily Housing Programs
The USDA Rural Development agency is publishing a final rule to update its regulation on obtaining credit reports for Multifamily Housing Programs, a key step in determining eligibility and feasibility.
NHTSA Requests Public Comment on Vehicle Information Collection
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comment on its intention to request the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for a revision to a currently approved information collection related to vehicle safety features for consumer information purposes.
US Commission Schedules Reviews of Steel Propane Cylinders from China and Thailand
The US Commission is conducting full reviews to assess whether revoking antidumping and countervailing duties on steel propane cylinders from China and Thailand would harm US industries.
US Commission Schedules Expedited Review of Japanese Steel Products
The US Commission is reviewing the antidumping duty order on diffusion-annealed, nickel-plated flat-rolled steel products from Japan to determine if revoking the order would harm US industry.
Flamingo Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; Withdrawal of Approval of Two Abbreviated New Drug Applications
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is withdrawing approval of two abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) from Flamingo Pharmaceuticals Ltd. due to repeated failure to submit required annual reports.
FDA Renews Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Drugs Advisory Committee for 2 Years
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is renewing the Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Drugs Advisory Committee for an additional 2 years, with the new charter set to expire on October 7, 2026.
FDA Reopens Comment Period for Host Cell Proteins in Recombinant Peptide Products
The FDA is reopening the comment period for its request for information and comments notice regarding the evaluation of immunogenicity risk in follow-on recombinant peptide products, allowing for updates and new information.
FDA Sets Uniform Compliance Date for Food Labeling Regulations
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established January 1, 2028, as the uniform compliance date for food labeling regulations published between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2026, to minimize the economic impact of labeling changes.
Consumer Product Safety Commission Extends Approval of Information Collection for Child Strength Study
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget to extend the approval of a data collection study on child strength, which was previously approved until January 31, 2025.
EOIR Withdraws Two Proposed Rulemaking Notices
The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is withdrawing two Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRMs) due to ongoing assessments of agency needs, priorities, and objectives, and will not take any further action on these NPRMs.
NACOSH Appoints New Members Under Acting Secretary of Labor
The Acting Secretary of Labor has appointed four new members to serve on the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH), effective December 17, 2024.
OSHA Seeks Public Comments on Extension of OMB Approval for Temporary Labor Camp Standard
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public input on a proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of information collection requirements for the Temporary Labor Camp Standard, which is currently under review.
Department of Labor Submits Occupational Safety and Health Administration Information Collection Request for OMB Review
The Department of Labor is seeking public comment on an Occupational Safety and Health Administration-sponsored information collection request, which is required for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
New York State Declares Administrative Disaster in Rural Area Following Severe Storm and Flooding
The State of New York has issued a notice declaring an administrative disaster in a rural area, effective December 20, 2024, due to severe storm and flooding incidents.
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Amends Regulations for Non-Power Production or Utilization Facilities
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has revised its regulations governing the license renewal process for non-power production or utilization facilities, including testing facilities, and eliminated license terms for medical therapy and research facilities.
NRC Approves Direct Transfer of License for South Texas Project
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved an application by STP Nuclear Operating Company, representing the City of San Antonio, to transfer a 2% ownership interest in licenses for South Texas Project Units 1 and 2 and its independent spent fuel storage installation to CPS Energy.
US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Approves License Amendment for Nuclear Ship Savannah
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering a license amendment request for the Nuclear Ship Savannah, allowing it to modify its License Termination Plan without prior NRC approval, following an environmental assessment that deemed the impact as 'no significant'.
US Department of Agriculture to Allow Importation of Fresh Pineapple from Indonesia
The US Department of Agriculture has prepared a pest risk analysis to assess the risks of importing fresh pineapple from Indonesia, and has determined that phytosanitary measures can mitigate these risks, making the analysis available for public review and comment.
USDA Revises Section 8e Import Inspection Fee Structure
The USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service is changing the way it charges fees for inspecting imported fresh produce, shifting from a per-carrot basis to a per-pound basis and reducing fees for smaller lots by 50%.
FSIS Announces 2025 Rate Changes for Inspection and Laboratory Services
The US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is updating its rates for meat, poultry, and egg products establishments, importers, and exporters for 2025, with changes taking effect on January 12, 2025.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Waiver and State Plans (WiSP) - Public Comment Period Opened
The U.S. government is seeking public comment on a new information collection, which is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and invites public agencies to participate in the process.
US Department of Agriculture Proposes New System of Records for Student Outreach Programs
The US Department of Agriculture is proposing a new system of records, USDA/APHIS-26, to facilitate student outreach programs, in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974 and Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-108.
Forest Service Requests Public Comment on Non-Timber Forest Products Information Collection
The Forest Service is seeking public input on proposed revisions to an approved information collection related to Non-Timber Forest Products, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
USAID Invites Public Comment on New Information Collection
The U.S. Agency for International Development is seeking public input on a new information collection process, as part of its effort to reduce paperwork burden, and invites comments on the necessity, utility, and clarity of the information collected.
Revisions to Civil Penalty Amounts, 2025
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a final rule adjusting civil penalty amounts for 2025, following the prescribed statutory adjustment. The rule aims to update the amounts that may be imposed for violations of certain DOT regulations.
NHTSA Requests Public Comment on New Information Collection for Female Occupant Anthropometry and Seating
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 related to female occupant anthropometry and seating, a requirement established by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Michelin North America, Inc. Granted NHTSA Decision on Noncompliance of Michelin Primacy Tour A/S Tires
Michelin North America, Inc. has been granted a decision by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that a noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 139 is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety, relating to certain Michelin Primacy Tour A/S replacement passenger car tires.
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company Granted Petition for Decision of Inconsequential Noncompliance
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company has been granted a decision by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that a noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 119 is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety, related to its Power ST2 radial trailer tires.
NHTSA Denies Petitions to Reconsider Adaptive Driving Beam Headlamps Rule
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has denied all petitions for reconsideration of its February 22, 2022, rule allowing adaptive driving beam headlighting systems on vehicles sold in the US.
DoD, GSA, and NASA Issue Final Rule to Prevent Human Trafficking in Air Carriers
The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued a final rule to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and implement the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2018, requiring domestic air carriers to submit annual reports on human trafficking prevention.
Federal Acquisition Regulation: Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems From Covered Foreign Entities
The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have issued an interim rule to implement a ban on purchasing and operating unmanned aircraft systems made by companies from certain countries, as mandated by the American Security Drone Act. Comments on the proposed rule are now due by January 27, 2025, after being extended from January 13, 2025.