🌬️EPA Air Plan Update
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating the regulatory materials incorporated by reference into the New Jersey State Implementation Plan (SIP). The regulations affected by this action have been previously submitted by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and approved by the EPA in prior rulemakings. The EPA is also notifying the public of corrections to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) tables that identify material incorporated by reference into the New Jersey SIP. This update affects the materials that are available for public inspection at the EPA Regional Office.
Learn More🧪Accreditation of Markan Laboratories for Sugar Testing by CBP
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to CBP regulations, that Markan Laboratories (Riverside, NJ), has been accredited to test certain sugar products for customs purposes for the next three years as of June 27, 2024.
Learn More🌊Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations and Business Regulations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Learn More⚖️Laboratory Service, Inc. Approved as Commercial Gauger and Laboratory
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to CBP regulations, that Laboratory Service, Inc. (Carteret, NJ), has been approved to gauge petroleum and certain petroleum products and accredited to test petroleum and certain petroleum products for customs purposes for the next three years as of August 27, 2024.
Learn More🏛️Notice of Inventory Completion
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), The Newark Museum of Art has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Learn More💊Authorization of Production Activity for Merck in FTZ 49
The Department of Commerce has authorized Merck, Sharp & Dohme LLC's proposed production activities for pharmaceutical products within Foreign-Trade Zone 49 in Rahway, New Jersey. The authorization follows regulatory procedures set by the FTZ Board, allowing Merck to proceed with manufacturing aimed at research and development, thus enhancing local production capabilities.
Learn More🌬️Draft General Conformity Determination Reevaluation for Gas Pipeline
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has released a Draft General Conformity Determination Reevaluation for the Northeast Supply Enhancement Project by Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC. The evaluation focuses on potential air quality impacts and emissions reductions, indicating necessary compliance with state implementation plans for air quality in New York and New Jersey. The public is invited to comment on this draft assessment.
Learn More⚗️Accreditation of Product Quality Management, LLC as Gauger & Laboratory
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to CBP regulations, that Product Quality Management, LLC (Carteret, NJ), has been approved to gauge petroleum and certain petroleum products and accredited to test petroleum and certain petroleum products for customs purposes for the next three years as of September 27, 2024.
Learn More🛢️DHS Approves Seahawk Services as Commercial Gauger
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to CBP regulations, that Seahawk Services (West Deptford, NJ), has been approved to gauge petroleum and certain petroleum products for customs purposes for the next three years as of March 8, 2023.
Learn More📦Application for Expansion of Foreign-Trade Zone 49 in New Jersey
The Foreign-Trade Zones Board has received an application from the Port Authority of NY and NJ to expand Subzone 49E for Phillips 66 Company in Linden, New Jersey. This expansion will include a new site without affecting the existing production authority. Public comments are invited regarding the application.
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