⚓Certificate of Alternative Compliance for M/V LA BORINQUENA Issued
The Coast Guard announces that the Chief of Prevention Division, Seventh District has issued a certificate of alternative compliance from the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), for the M/V LA BORINQUENA (O.N. 1345507). We are issuing this notice because its publication is required by statute. Due to the construction and placement of the forward and aft masthead lights, M/V LA BORINQUENA cannot fully comply with the light provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with the vessel's design and construction. This notification of the issuance of these certificates of alternative compliance promotes the Coast Guard's marine safety mission.
Learn More🔌Natural Gas Pipeline Compliance Filings Overview
The Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a Combined Notice of Filings regarding compliance filings for several natural gas pipeline companies. These filings include rate agreements and operational reports, along with deadlines for public comment and participation in proceedings, highlighting the regulatory framework governing the energy sector.
Learn More🛒FTC Seeks Comments on Extension of MITOR Compliance Requirements
The Federal Trade Commission ("FTC" or "Commission") is seeking public comments on its proposal to extend for an additional three years the current Paperwork Reduction Act ("PRA") clearance for information collection requirements contained in the Mail, internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule ("MITOR" or "Rule"). That clearance expires on August 31, 2025.
Learn More⛴️Request Notice
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🏞️Sabine Resource Advisory Committee Meeting on Funding Recommendations
The Sabine Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will hold a public meeting according to the details shown below. The committee is authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self- Determination Act (the Act) and operates in compliance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of the committee is to improve collaborative relationships and to provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service concerning projects and funding consistent with Title II of the Act, as well as make recommendations on recreation fee proposals for sites on the Sabine National Forest within Sabine and Shelby County, consistent with the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.
Learn More🔍Notice of Membership Changes in America's Datahub Consortium
This notice from the Department of Justice announces membership changes in America's Datahub Consortium, including the addition of Alluvionic, Inc. and the withdrawal of NanoVMs, Inc. The consortium operates under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, with ongoing notifications about membership status and activities.
Learn More🏥CMS Proposed Information Collection Activities and Business Impact
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing an opportunity for the public to comment on CMS' intention to collect information from the public. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information (including each proposed extension or reinstatement of an existing collection of information) and to allow 60 days for public comment on the proposed action. Interested persons are invited to send comments regarding our burden estimates or any other aspect of this collection of information, including the necessity and utility of the proposed information collection for the proper performance of the agency's functions, the accuracy of the estimated burden, ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected, and the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology to minimize the information collection burden.
Learn More🏛️Executive Order 14275
Executive Order 14275 focuses on reforming the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to improve efficiency in federal procurement. It emphasizes creating a streamlined process by eliminating unnecessary regulations while safeguarding economic and national security interests. The order mandates revisions to the FAR and the alignment of agency supplements, aiming for a more effective procurement system that supports both industry growth and government accountability.
Learn More🌍USPTO Terminates Climate Change Mitigation Pilot Program
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO or Office) is terminating the Climate Change Mitigation Pilot Program.
Learn More🚫OFAC Sanctions Action and Its Implications for Businesses
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List) based on OFAC's determination that one or more applicable legal criteria were satisfied. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
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