North Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meeting
The North Pacific Fishery Management Council's Bering Sea Aleutian Islands Crab Plan Team will hold a meeting from May 14, 2024, to May 16, 2024.
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NMFS Announces Public Meeting of Permanent Advisory Committee to Advise U.S. Commissioners to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) will hold a public meeting of the Permanent Advisory Committee to advise U.S. Commissioners to the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission on May 13, 2024.
U.S. Department of Transportation Mandates Automatic Refunds for Flight Cancellations and Significant Changes
The U.S. Department of Transportation requires U.S. and foreign air carriers to provide automatic refunds to consumers within 7-20 days for flight cancellations and significant changes, with carriers also required to inform consumers of their refund rights.
U.S. Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program Announces Virtual Listening Session
The U.S. Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program will host a virtual listening session via webinar, allowing stakeholders to provide input and feedback.
Self-Regulatory Organizations; MIAX Exchange LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend Exchange Rule 404, Series of Option Contracts Open for Trading To Amend the Short Term Option Series Program
MIAX Exchange LLC has filed a proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rule 404, which governs option contracts open for trading, specifically the Short Term Option Series Program.
Self-Regulatory Organizations; MIAX PEARL LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend Exchange Rule 404, Series of Option Contracts Open for Trading To Amend the Short Term Option Series Program
MIAX PEARL LLC has filed a proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rule 404, Series of Option Contracts Open for Trading, to modify the Short Term Option Series Program.
Self-Regulatory Organizations; Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board; Order Instituting Proceedings To Determine Whether To Approve or Disapprove a Proposed Rule Change Consisting of Proposed Rule Change To Amend MSRB Rule G-14 To Shorten the Timeframe for Reporting Trades in Municipal Securities to the MSRB
The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) proposed a rule change to shorten the timeframe for reporting trades in municipal securities.
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. Proposes to Reduce TRACE Reporting Timeframe to One Minute
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. has proposed a rule change to amend FINRA Rule 6730, reducing the 15-minute TRACE reporting timeframe to one minute.
Self-Regulatory Organizations; ICE Clear Credit LLC; Notice of Filing of Proposed Rule Change Relating to the ICC Collateral Risk Management Framework
ICE Clear Credit LLC has filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to the ICC Collateral Risk Management Framework.
Options Clearing Corporation Proposes Rule Change for Margin Requirements Adjustment
The Options Clearing Corporation has proposed a rule change to adjust certain parameters in its proprietary system for calculating margin requirements during periods of high market volatility.
Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension: Form SD
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting comments on an extension of the Form SD, which is used to report on certain mine safety disclosures.
Jeffersonville Hydroelectric Co.; Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment
The Jeffersonville Hydroelectric Co. has announced its intention to prepare an environmental assessment for an undisclosed project.
Cameron Interstate Pipeline, LLC; Notice of Availability of the Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Holbrook Expansion Project
Cameron Interstate Pipeline, LLC has announced the availability of an Environmental Assessment for the Proposed Holbrook Expansion Project.
Cald BESS LLC; Supplemental Notice That Initial Market-Based Rate Filing Includes Request for Blanket Section 204 Authorization
Cald BESS LLC has filed a supplemental notice that includes a request for blanket Section 204 authorization in conjunction with its initial market-based rate filing.
ESV Energy Management, LLC; Supplemental Notice That Initial Market-Based Rate Filing Includes Request for Blanket Section 204 Authorization
ESV Energy Management, LLC has filed a supplemental notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, requesting blanket authorization under Section 204 of the Federal Power Act for its initial market-based rate filing.
Glover Creek Solar, LLC; Notice of Institution of Section 206 Proceeding and Refund Effective Date
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice of institution of a Section 206 proceeding for Glover Creek Solar, LLC, with a refund effective date of 2023-01-01.
Notice of Staff Attendance at North American Electric Reliability Corporation Working Group and Standard Drafting Meetings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission staff will attend North American Electric Reliability Corporation Working Group and Standard Drafting Meetings.
Colorado Interstate Gas Company, L.L.C.; Notice of Application and Establishing Intervention Deadline
Colorado Interstate Gas Company, L.L.C. has filed a notice of application, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has established an intervention deadline for the project.
Operational Adjustments Resulting From Workforce Shortages
The US Coast Guard is facing an unprecedented workforce shortage, prompting operational adjustments to prioritize lifesaving missions and protect the Marine Transportation System.
Notice of Availability of the Ambler Road Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement, Alaska
The Bureau of Land Management announces the availability of a Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Ambler Road project, in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976.
Notice of Availability for the Central Yukon Proposed Resource Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement, Alaska
The Bureau of Land Management has prepared a Proposed Resource Management Plan and Final Environmental Impact Statement for the Central Yukon Planning Area, starting a 30-day protest period.
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive AD 2023-11-01 for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes, requiring maintenance records checks, DCPC unit replacements, and modifications.
FAA Updates Requirements for Safety Management Systems
The FAA is updating requirements for safety management systems, extending the requirement to all certificate holders operating under certain rules, in response to Congressional mandates and recommendations from the National Transportation Safety Board and aviation rulemaking committees.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of a Renewed Approval of Information Collection: Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Application
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) invites public comments on its intention to renew an information collection for the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program, which authorizes public agencies to impose PFCs and use revenue on airport-related projects.
EPA Finalizes National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for Six PFAS Substances
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including PFOA, PFOS, PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA, and PFBS, setting health-based Maximum Contaminant Level Goals (MCLGs) and Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for these substances, with the goal of protecting public health and the environment.
California Air Resources Board Requests EPA Authorization for Diesel-Fueled Transport Refrigeration Units and Fleets
The California Air Resources Board has adopted amendments to its regulations for In-Use Diesel-Fueled Transport Refrigeration Units and Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets, requesting EPA authorization and announcing a public hearing and comment period.
EPA Announces 2024 Joint Meeting of OTC and MANEVU
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting the 2024 Annual Joint Meeting of the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) and the Mid-Atlantic Northeast Visibility Union (MANEVU) to discuss reducing regional air pollution.
EPA Approves South Carolina State Plan for Control of Emissions from Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration Units
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to approve a state plan submitted by South Carolina to implement and enforce emissions guidelines for commercial and industrial solid waste incineration units, with the plan finalized on November 5, 2019.
EPA to Address Lawsuits on Toxic Substances Control Act Suit
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed consent decrees to resolve two lawsuits filed by environmental groups, including the Community In-Power and Development Association Inc. and the American Chemistry Council, alleging EPA failed to complete risk evaluations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in a timely manner.
EPA Submits Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request for Marine Discharge Requirements
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a proposed extension of its information collection request for Modification of Secondary Treatment Requirements for Discharges into Marine Waters to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval. The current approval period ends on April 30, 2024, and public comments were previously requested from August 4, 2023, with an additional 30-day extension.
EPA Affirms Denial of Petition to Classify Discarded Polyvinyl Chloride as Hazardous Waste
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is affirming its previous denial of a petition from the Center for Biological Diversity to classify discarded polyvinyl chloride as a hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, following review of public comments.
EPA Grants Petition to Object to Clean Air Act Permits for Bonanza Creek Energy
The EPA Administrator signed an order on January 30, 2024, granting a petition from environmental groups to object to operating permits issued to Bonanza Creek Energy for four facilities in Colorado.
EPA Submits Proposed Extension of RCRA Subtitle C Reporting Instructions and Forms ICR
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a proposed extension of its information collection request (ICR) for RCRA Subtitle C Reporting Instructions and Forms, seeking OMB approval through April 30, 2025, following a 30-day public comment period that began on October 16, 2023.
NRC Seeks Public Comment on Draft Environmental Assessment for Kairos Power's Hermes 2 Test Reactors
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public comment on a draft environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact for proposed construction permits for Kairos Power, LLC's (Kairos) two non-power test reactors, Hermes 2, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The permits would authorize the construction of the reactors, which are part of the Kairos Power Fluoride Salt-Cooled, High Temperature Reactor technology.
FCC Publishes New Rule with Effective Dates, but Requires Correction
The Federal Communications Commission published a document in the Federal Register on April 11, 2024, outlining the effective and compliance dates for a new rule, but contains a correction needed in Section E regarding timelines for compliance.
HUD and USDA Finalize Energy Efficiency Standards for New Construction of HUD- and USDA-Financed Housing
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have finalized the adoption of energy efficiency standards for new construction of HUD- and USDA-financed housing, following a public comment period and a preliminary determination published in May 2023.
National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee: Intent To Reestablish
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is planning to revive the National Wildlife Services Advisory Committee for a 2-year term, citing its necessity and public interest, as mandated by the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The move follows a review of the committee's role in serving the nation's wildlife conservation needs.
US Forest Service to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Motorized Over-Snow Use in Kootenai National Forest
The US Forest Service will prepare an environmental impact statement to inform a decision on designating trails and areas in the Kootenai National Forest for motorized over-snow vehicle use, including classes of vehicles and times of year.
US Forest Service to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for End of the World Project in Idaho
The US Forest Service is preparing an environmental impact statement for the End of the World Project on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in Idaho, following a court order to re-evaluate the project's environmental impact.
Forest Service Initiates Assessment Phase for Tongass National Forest Land Management Plan Revision
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service is launching an assessment phase to inform the revision of the Tongass National Forest's land management plan, which will consider ecological, social, and economic conditions, as well as Native knowledge, to guide future resource management activities in Southeast Alaska.
Notice of Availability of the Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for AMS Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has released the Final Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program, a USDA initiative aimed at improving food systems resilience.
USAID Announces Public Comment Period for Proposed Information Collection
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking public input on a new proposed collection of information aimed at reducing paperwork and respondent burden, as part of its efforts to improve customer experience.
GSA Announces Intent to Establish Open Government Federal Advisory Committee
The General Services Administration is seeking nominations for the Open Government Federal Advisory Committee, a new federal advisory committee aimed at promoting transparency and open government practices.
US Conec, Ltd. Files Complaint with U.S. International Trade Commission Over Fiber-Optic Patent Infringement
US Conec, Ltd. has filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission alleging that several companies have infringed on its patents for fiber-optic connectors and adapters, and is seeking an investigation and potential exclusion order.
FDA Reopens Comment Period for Color Additive Certification Rule
The FDA is reopening the comment period for the proposed rule on Color Additive Certification; Increase in Fees for Certification Services, which was published on November 2, 2022, to add supporting information to the administrative record and adjust the record to reflect updated cost and benefits figures.
FDA Reopens Comment Period for Draft Guidance on Food Testing for Detained Fish and Fishery Products
The Food and Drug Administration is extending the comment period for a draft guidance on collecting representative samples for food testing of detained fish and fishery products, following a request to extend the comment period.
FDA Announces Approval of Electronic Records Collection
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that its collection of electronic records, including electronic signatures, has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Promoting Effective Drug Development: Identifying Opportunities and Priorities for the FDA's Office of Clinical Pharmacology; Request for Comments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public input on policy topics to prioritize in drug development, with a focus on the Office of Clinical Pharmacology (OCP) within the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER).
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Electronic User Fee Payment Request Forms
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public comment on proposed electronic user fee payment request forms, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
FDA Submits Proposed Collection of Information for OMB Review and Clearance Under Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has submitted a proposed collection of information to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, seeking public comment.