🌊Draft Aquaculture Opportunity Areas Options for Alaska State Waters
NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) collaborated with NOAA NMFS to initiate a marine spatial planning study to identify draft Aquaculture Opportunity Area (AOA) Options within State waters of southeast, southcentral, and southwest Alaska as part of the AOA identification process. An AOA is a defined geographic area that has been evaluated to determine its potential suitability for commercial aquaculture. NOAA is identifying AOAs as directed by Executive Order, "Promoting American Seafood Competitiveness and Economic Growth" (May 7, 2020). This notice invites public comment on the preliminary results of the marine spatial planning study including the identification of draft AOA Options in Alaska State waters. NMFS will consider information received in response to this notice when finalizing the results of the marine spatial planning study, and may or may not identify AOAs after further public participation and review under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Learn More💉NIH Notice on Grant Meeting for Vaccine Development and Research
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a closed meeting by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to review grant applications related to applied immunology and vaccine development. The meeting will evaluate confidential materials and is scheduled for May 2025, conducted via video assistance.
Learn More🏗️DOE RFI on AI Infrastructure Development Opportunities
The United States has long been at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. Maintaining that leadership is a key national and economic security priority. AI infrastructure including data centers is a critical component of the modern economy, enabling AI training and inference, scientific research, and a wide range of other essential services. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is exploring opportunities to leverage its land assets to support the growing demand for AI infrastructure. This aligns with the policy laid out in the executive order signed January 23, 2025, titled "Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence," to sustain and enhance America's global AI dominance in order to promote human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security.
Learn More💼SEC Notice for Co-Investment Permitting in Investment Funds
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application for an order to allow certain investment companies to co-invest in portfolio companies, which could facilitate joint transactions that are otherwise prohibited. The notice details the applicants and the procedure for any hearing requests related to the application.
Learn More💰SEC Notice
The SEC has issued a notice regarding the application from various investment companies for an order permitting joint transactions, otherwise prohibited under the Investment Company Act. The application aims to facilitate co-investment in portfolio companies among business development companies and closed-end management investment companies, promoting collaboration and enhanced investment strategies.
Learn More🌍EPA Notice on Environmental Impact Statements Availability
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) for various federal projects. This notice includes EIS details for public comment and highlights the EPA's role in reviewing comments on these statements as mandated by the Clean Air Act, ensuring environmental considerations are prioritized in federal project planning.
Learn More📈SEC Notification on Goldman Sachs Private Credit Corp. Application
The SEC issued a notice concerning Goldman Sachs Private Credit Corp.'s application for an exemption under the Investment Company Act to issue multiple classes of shares. This action seeks to enhance investment flexibility for registered closed-end investment companies regulated as business development companies. Interested parties may request a hearing regarding this application.
Learn More🌳EPA Notice
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice regarding the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and public comments. This notice informs about specific EISs related to various projects across the U.S., including comment periods and contact information for further inquiries, highlighting the role of the EPA in regulating these environmental reviews.
Learn More📉Executive Order on Reducing Federal Bureaucracy and Business Impact
Executive Order 14238 aims to further streamline federal bureaucracy by eliminating non-statutory components of certain governmental entities. The order requires compliance reports from these entities and outlines budget restrictions, highlighting the government's intent to minimize unnecessary federal functions while maintaining statutory obligations.
Learn More⚡Notice on Exempt Wholesale Generator Status for Businesses
The Department of Energy's notice announces the effectiveness of Exempt Wholesale Generator status for various entities, allowing them to operate under certain regulatory exemptions. This transitory measure reflects changing dynamics in the energy market and highlights opportunities for investment and expansion in renewable energy infrastructures.
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