♻️EPA Adds New Sites to National Priorities List for Cleanup
The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 ("CERCLA" or "the Act"), as amended, requires that the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan ("NCP") include a list of national priorities among the known releases or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants or contaminants throughout the United States. The National Priorities List ("NPL") constitutes this list. The NPL is intended primarily to guide the Environmental Protection Agency ("the EPA" or "the agency") in determining which sites warrant further investigation. These further investigations will allow the EPA to assess the nature and extent of public health and environmental risks associated with the site and to determine what CERCLA-financed remedial action(s), if any, may be appropriate. This rule adds three sites to the General Superfund section of the NPL.
Learn More⚒️Proposed Information Collection on Coal Mine Dust Sampling Devices
The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is soliciting comments on the information collection titled "Coal Mine Dust Sampling Devices."
Learn More🐟Gulf Fishery Management Council to Host Virtual Webinars on Fisheries
The Gulf Fishery Management Council (Gulf Council) will hold 4 virtual webinars of the Reef Fish, Coastal Migratory Pelagics, Red Drum, Shrimp, Spiny Lobster and Ad Hoc Individual Fishing Quota Advisory Panels to advise on Executive Order 14276 "Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness" and Executive Order 14192 "Unleashing Prosperity through Deregulation"; and, one Public Engagement webinar.
Learn More🛢️Presidential Permit Granted for Junction Pipeline Construction
The regulatory document authorizes Junction Pipeline Company, LLC to construct and operate border pipeline facilities at Toole County, Montana. It outlines the terms of operation, necessary compliance with laws, and inspection rights of federal and state agencies while detailing the conditions and responsibilities tied to the permit granted by the President.
Learn More⚡Nevada Irrigation District Hydro Project License Amendment Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted an application from the Nevada Irrigation District for a non-capacity amendment of its hydroelectric license regarding the Scotts Flat Power Project. The notice invites public comments and outlines filing procedures for interested parties, emphasizing the importance of environmental impacts and engagement from various agencies.
Learn More🚧Coast Guard Establishes Safety Zone Around Francis Scott Key Bridge
The Coast Guard is establishing a safety zone for certain waters of the Patapsco River, in Baltimore, MD. This action is necessary to provide for the safety of life on these navigable waters at the Francis Scott Key Bridge during demolition and construction operations. This rulemaking prohibits persons and vessels from being in the safety zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Maryland- National Capital Region or a designated representative.
Learn More⛽Presidential Permit for South Bow to Operate North Dakota Pipeline
This document grants South Bow (USA) LP a Presidential permit to operate and maintain pipeline facilities at the U.S.-Canada border in Cavalier County, North Dakota. The permit outlines operational conditions, regulatory compliance requirements, and the responsibilities of the permittee, including maintenance, inspection rights, and potential federal ownership actions under national security considerations.
Learn More📝OMB Review Notice for Commercial Acquisitions and Compliance
Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Regulatory Secretariat Division has submitted to OMB a request to review and approve an extension of a previously approved information collection requirement regarding commercial acquisitions.
Learn More🌍Notice of Availability for Environmental Impact Statements
The Environmental Protection Agency announces the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) involving projects that may influence federal and state environmental regulations. The notice includes details about specific EIS documents, comment periods, and agency contacts, serving as a resource for stakeholders engaged in relevant projects.
Learn More📝CFTC Notice on Swap Execution Facilities Information Collection Renewal
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission ("Commission" or "CFTC") is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed renewal of a collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act ("PRA"), Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed extension of a collection of information and to allow 60 days for public comment. This notice solicits comments on the proposed renewal of the Information Collection Request ("ICR") titled: 3038- 0099, Process for a Swap Execution Facility or Designated Contract Market to Make a Swap Available to Trade.
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