🏦Change in Bank Control Notices
The Federal Reserve announces new applications under the Change in Bank Control Act related to acquisitions of shares in banks and bank holding companies. It outlines the public comment process, inspection of applications, and disclosure of comments, emphasizing transparency in the regulatory framework. Interested parties can submit their views and obtain application details from respective Federal Reserve Banks.
Learn More🚗Contractor Use of Fleet Management Vehicles
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 contractor use of interagency fleet management system vehicles.
Learn More🏗️NEPA Implementation Changes by Army Corps of Engineers
This interim final rule rescinds the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (Corps) regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for the Army Civil Works program, except for the Categorical Exclusions contained therein, because the Council on Environmental Quality's (CEQ) NEPA regulations, which the Corps' regulations were meant to supplement, have been removed from the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and because the DoD is promulgating Department-wide NEPA procedures that will guide the Army Civil Works' NEPA process. In addition, this interim final rule requests comments on this action.
Learn More⛏️Proposed Extension of Emergency Mine Evacuation Information Collection
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 "Emergency Mine Evacuation."
Learn More🏦Federal Reserve Notice on Bank Holding Companies Mergers and Acquisitions
The Federal Reserve System issued a notice regarding applications for the formation, acquisition, and merger of bank holding companies. It details the public disclosure process for comments and outlines the regulatory oversight under the Bank Holding Company Act. Interested parties are invited to submit their views on the applications before a specified deadline.
Learn More🐟Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting Announcement
The Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) of the Mid- Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) will hold a meeting.
Learn More🏛️Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting on Former POW Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs announces an upcoming virtual meeting of the Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War to discuss benefits administration under title 38 U.S.C. The meeting will include briefings from officials, with a public comment period for individuals to share their views on veterans' needs and care.
Learn More📦Final Results of Antidumping Duty Review on Thai Steel Pipes
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that circular welded carbon steel pipes and tubes from Thailand were not sold in the United States at less than normal value during the period of review (POR) March 1, 2023, through February 29, 2024.
Learn More⚠️Proposed Extension for High-Voltage Mining Machine Standards
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 "High-Voltage Continuous Mining Machine Standards for Underground Coal Mines."
Learn More🌍Executive Order 14312
Executive Order 14312 aims to revoke existing sanctions on Syria, signaling a U.S. policy shift towards supporting a stable and unified Syria. It enables heightened diplomatic engagement, anticipates lifting restrictions on exports and financial assistance, and emphasizes accountability for human rights violations while exploring avenues for business opportunities in the region.
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