⚖️Proposed Rule for Scheduling Designer Benzodiazepines as Controlled Substances
The Drug Enforcement Administration proposes placing clonazolam, diclazepam, etizolam, flualprazolam, and flubromazolam and their salts, isomers, and salts of isomers, whenever the existence of such salts, isomers, and salts of isomers is possible within the specific chemical designation, as identified in this proposed rule, in schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. These five substances were temporarily scheduled in an order dated July 26, 2023, and subsequently extended until July 26, 2026, pursuant to an extension published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register. This action will also enable the United States to meet its obligations under the 1971 Convention on Psychotropic Substances. If finalized, this action would make permanent the existing regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (manufacture, distribute, import, export, engage in research, conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis, or possess), or propose to handle these five specific controlled substances.
Learn More💧Black Bear Hydro Partners Water Quality Certification Notice
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission notifies the Maine Department of Environmental Protection regarding a water quality certification application from Black Bear Hydro Partners, LLC. The notice highlights the timeline for the certification process and implications of failure to act, emphasizing the regulatory framework governing hydroelectric projects under the Clean Water Act.
Learn More⚡FERC Requests Comments on Reliability Standards Revisions
In compliance with the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (Commission or FERC) is soliciting public comment on proposed revisions of the currently approved information collection, FERC-725R, (Mandatory Reliability Standards: BAL Reliability Standards) and FERC-725A, Mandatory Reliability Standards for the Bulk-Power System: TOP and INT Standards. The 60-day notice published on April 11, 2025, the comment period ended on June 10, 2025, no comments were received.
Learn More⛴️Notice on Foreign-Built Vessel Use in U.S. Coastwise Trade
The Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to make determinations regarding the coastwise use of foreign built; certain U.S. built; and U.S. and foreign rebuilt vessels that solely carry no more than twelve passengers for hire. MARAD has received such a determination request and is publishing this notice to solicit comments to assist with determining whether the proposed use of the vessel set forth in the request would have an adverse effect on U.S. vessel builders or U.S. coastwise trade businesses that use U.S.-built vessels in those businesses. Information about the requestor's vessel, including a description of the proposed service, is in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below.
Learn More🌍Extension of Waiver Authority for Trade with Turkmenistan
The Department of State has determined to extend the waiver authority under the Trade Act of 1974, promoting its objectives and specifically aiding trade relations with Turkmenistan. This decision, made by the Deputy Secretary of State, reflects ongoing collaboration and regulatory support in international trade initiatives. The determination will be published in the Federal Register.
Learn More🐢NOAA Issues Research Permit for Endangered Sea Turtles
Notice is hereby given that Kristen Hart, Ph.D., U.S. Geological Survey, Wetlands and Aquatic Research Center, 3321 College Avenue, Davie, FL 33314, has been issued a permit to take green (Chelonia mydas), Kemp's ridley (Lepidochelys kempii), loggerhead (Caretta caretta), and hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) sea turtles for purposes of scientific research.
Learn More📊Overview of National Public Education Financial Survey 2025-2027
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, ED is requesting an extension of a currently approved information collection.
Learn More💰Proposed Rule Change on Market Data Fees by Miami Exchange
The Miami International Securities Exchange has proposed amendments to its fee schedule for proprietary market data feeds, introducing new categories and pricing structures. The changes aim to align fees with those of affiliated exchanges while addressing subscription handling and ensuring equitable fee allocation to various users, including Professional and Non-Professional Users.
Learn More🌊Critical Habitat Designations and Their Business Implications
We, NMFS, designate critical habitat for five threatened Indo- Pacific coral species, Acropora globiceps, A. retusa, A. speciosa, Fimbriaphyllia paradivisa (formerly Euphyllia paradivisa), and Isopora crateriformis, pursuant to section 4 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Final critical habitat includes 18 specific areas encompassing approximately 237 square kilometers (km\2\; 92 square miles, mi\2\) of marine habitat in American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Pacific Remote Island Areas, and Hawai[revaps]i. We have considered economic, national security, and other relevant impacts of the designations, but are not excluding any areas from the critical habitat designations due to anticipated impacts.
Learn More💧USGS Invites Comments on Water Availability Data Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS, we) is proposing a new information collection.
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