📝Notice for Comments on Disabled Dependent Questionnaire Submission
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Retirement Services offers the general public and other federal agencies the opportunity to comment on the reinstatement of an expired information collection request (ICR), Disabled Dependent Questionnaire, RI 30-10.
Learn More🚚Renewal of Exemptions for Drivers with Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
FMCSA announces its decision to renew exemptions for 15 individuals from the requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) that interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers have "no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition which is likely to cause loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a CMV." The exemptions enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to continue to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Learn More📊CMS Notice on Information Collection Activities and Public Comments
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💉Notice of Closed Meeting for Diabetes Research Grants Evaluation
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a closed meeting by the National Institutes of Health to review grant applications related to diabetes, digestive, and kidney diseases. The meeting, which will occur virtually, aims to protect sensitive information, including potential trade secrets and personal privacy concerns, making it closed to the public.
Learn More🏥NIH Meeting on Arthritis Research Grants
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a public meeting of the National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Advisory Council. The meeting will encompass discussions on grant applications and an open session for community engagement, providing valuable opportunities for stakeholders in health research and development.
Learn More🩺National Cancer Institute Announces Grant Application Review Meetings
The National Cancer Institute is holding closed meetings to evaluate grant applications related to cancer research. These meetings will occur virtually, providing key insights into funding opportunities for businesses involved in this critical area of healthcare. Interested individuals can contact designated scientific review officers for more information.
Learn More💊Expansion of Buprenorphine Treatment via Telemedicine Regulations
In the January 17, 2025, issue of the Federal Register, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services published two final rules related to the practice of telemedicine, titled "Expansion of Buprenorphine Treatment via Telemedicine Encounter" and "Continuity of Care via Telemedicine for Veterans Affairs Patients." These final rules were originally scheduled to become final on February 18, 2025. In accordance with the Presidential Memorandum of January 20, 2025, titled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review," the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services delayed the effective dates of these two final rules to March 21, 2025, by issuing a final rule; delay of effective dates and request for comments in the February 19, 2025, issue of the Federal Register. The Drug Enforcement Administration received 32 comments in response to the request for public comments regarding the delayed effective date. Considering these comments, the Department of Justice wishes to further postpone the effective dates for the purpose of further reviewing any questions of fact, law, and policy that the rules may raise. Therefore, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services will delay the effective date of the two final rules titled "Expansion of Buprenorphine Treatment via Telemedicine Encounter" and "Continuity of Care via Telemedicine for Veterans Affairs Patients" to December 31, 2025.
Learn More🥂National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Closed Meeting Notice
The National Institutes of Health has issued a notice regarding the upcoming closed meeting of the National Advisory Council on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. The agenda includes the presentation of a report and the evaluation of grant applications, emphasizing the significance of confidentiality in related discussions. The meeting will be conducted virtually.
Learn More⚠️National Poison Prevention Week
The proclamation announces National Poison Prevention Week, urging awareness of accidental poisoning, particularly from opioids like fentanyl. It highlights the government's effort to combat drug trafficking and improve community safety through education and preventative measures while establishing a framework for ongoing drug safety initiatives.
Learn More💰NIH Closed Meeting for Grant Applications in Diabetes Research
The Department of Health and Human Services announces a closed meeting of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases to evaluate grant applications. This meeting will review confidential grant proposals, highlighting the significance of ensuring trade secrets and personal privacy are protected during discussions.
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