🦺DOL Seeks Comments on Respirator Program Records Information Collection
The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting this Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)-sponsored information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). Public comments on the ICR are invited.
Learn More📦Postal Service Announces Changes to International Shipping Options
The Postal Service gives notice of filing a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a Priority Mail Express International, Priority Mail International & Commercial ePacket contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Competitive Product List in the Mail Classification Schedule.
Learn More💧Notice Soliciting Comments for Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project
The Department of Energy and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission announced a notice soliciting public comments regarding the Lake Algonquin Hydroelectric Project in New York, inviting feedback on environmental impacts and alternatives. Stakeholders are encouraged to engage in the NEPA scoping process to ensure comprehensive evaluation and compliance with federal regulations.
Learn More🌱EPA Proposes New Pesticide Tolerances for Compliance
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is proposing to implement several tolerance actions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) that the Agency previously determined were necessary or appropriate during the registration review conducted under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). During registration review, EPA reviews all aspects of a pesticide case, including existing tolerances, to ensure that the pesticide continues to meet the standard for registration under FIFRA. The pesticide tolerances and active ingredients addressed in this rulemaking are identified and discussed in detail in Unit III. of this document.
Learn More🚫Order Denying Export Privileges for Carlos Orlando Ledesma
The Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security has issued an order denying export privileges to Carlos Orlando Ledesma for seven years following his conviction for conspiracy to export stolen vessel parts. This order extends to associated parties and revokes any existing licenses, emphasizing strict compliance with export regulations.
Learn More🌊Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations and Business Compliance Impacts
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Learn More✈️IFR Altitudes and Changeover Point Amendments by FAA
This amendment adopts miscellaneous amendments to the required IFR (instrument flight rules) altitudes and changeover points for certain Federal airways, jet routes, or direct routes for which a minimum or maximum en route authorized IFR altitude is prescribed. This regulatory action is needed because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System. These changes are designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace under instrument conditions in the affected areas.
Learn More⚓Federal Maritime Commission's Investigation into Flagging Practices
The Federal Maritime Commission (Commission) is initiating a nonadjudicatory investigation into whether the vessel flagging laws, regulations, or practices of foreign countries, including so-called flags of convenience, or competitive methods employed by the owners, operators, agents, or masters of foreign-flagged vessels, are creating unfavorable shipping conditions in the foreign trade of the United States. The Commission invites the public to submit comments for its consideration.
Learn More📈Cboe EDGA Proposes Fee Increase for 10 Gb Physical Ports
The Cboe EDGA Exchange has filed a proposed rule change to increase the monthly fee for 10 Gb physical ports from $7,500 to $8,500. The Exchange justifies this increase as necessary to maintain and enhance its market technology and services, aligning its fees with industry standards, and addressing inflationary impacts on operational costs.
Learn More🏮Proclamation of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2025
This proclamation by the President of the United States designates May 2025 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognizing the significant contributions of these communities to the nation's history and culture. It encourages all Americans to engage in celebrations and educational activities to honor this heritage.
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