💉NIH Notice
The Department of Health and Human Services announced closed meetings by the National Institute on Drug Abuse to evaluate grant applications. These meetings are aimed at reviewing vital funding for drug abuse research, emphasizing the protection of confidential information and organizing a virtual format for discussions. Interested parties should reach out to the designated contact for further information.
Learn More🚫Executive Order 14246
Executive Order 14246 addresses risks from Jenner & Block LLP, mandating a review of security clearances and government contracts linked to the firm. It emphasizes national security concerns and prohibits federal funding for contractors tied to actions seen as detrimental to American interests, establishing stringent regulations for business compliance.
Learn More💧EPA WaterSense Program Information Collection Request Overview
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to submit an information collection request (ICR), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense[supreg] Program (Renewal) (EPA ICR Number 2233.09, OMB Control Number 2040-0272) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). Before doing so, EPA is soliciting public comments on specific aspects of the proposed information collection as described below. This is a request for approval of a new collection. This document allows for 60 days for public comments.
Learn More🐟Aleutian Islands Pollock Fishery Regulation Requirements Overview
The Department of Commerce seeks public comment on an information collection request related to the Aleutian Islands pollock fishery. This collection, managed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, pertains to the annual participant requirements set by The Aleut Corporation for economic development related to pollock harvesting and processing in Adak, Alaska.
Learn More🌍EPA Proposes Approval of Florida SIP Revisions on Air Quality
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision submitted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) on August 15, 2023. The revision seeks to remove certain Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR)-related definitions, and CAIR-related portions of certain definitions, in the Stationary Sources--General Requirements chapter of the Florida SIP because they have become obsolete. EPA is proposing to approve these changes pursuant to the Clean Air Act (CAA or Act).
Learn More⚖️U.S. Countervailing Duty Determination on Ferrosilicon from Kazakhstan
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) determines that countervailable subsidies are being provided to producers and exporters of ferrosilicon from the Republic of Kazakhstan (Kazakhstan). The period of investigation (POI) is January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023.
Learn More✈️FAA Proposes Airworthiness Directives for International Aero Engines
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all International Aero Engines, LLC (IAE LLC) Model PW1122G-JM, PW1124G-JM, PW1124G1-JM, PW1127G-JM, PW1127G1-JM, PW1127G1A-JM, PW1127G1B-JM, PW1127GA-JM, PW1129G-JM, PW1130G-JM, PW1133G-JM, PW1133GA-JM, PW1428G-JM, PW1428GA-JM, PW1428GH-JM, PW1431G-JM, PW1431GA-JM, and PW1431GH-JM engines. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of six fan blade fracture events due to bird strikes, three of which resulted in an engine under cowl fire or pool fire. This proposed AD would require removal of one loop cushion clamp from the hydraulic fuel pressure fuel oil cooler fuel tube assembly (CP09 tube assembly) and replacement of the thermal management system (TMS) clevis mounts with redesigned TMS clevis mounts. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Learn More🚫Department of State Sanctions on Iran-Related Entities
The Department of State is publishing the names of one or more persons that have been placed on the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List) administered by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) based on the Department of State's determination, in consultation with other departments, as appropriate, that one or more applicable legal criteria of the Executive Order reimposing certain sanctions with respect to Iran 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.
Learn More💰Executive Order 14249
Executive Order 14249 aims to enhance financial integrity and operational efficiency in federal disbursements by establishing stringent controls against fraud and improper payments. It directs the Department of the Treasury to consolidate and standardize federal financial systems, ensuring transparency and accountability for taxpayer funds while mandating collaboration across government agencies.
Learn More🏛️IRS Information Collection Notice for Business Compliance Issues
The Department of the Treasury will submit the following information collection requests to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, on or after the date of publication of this notice. The public is invited to submit comments on these requests.
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