🚆Petition for Extension of Waiver of Compliance by Conrail
This document provides the public notice that Conrail petitioned FRA for an extension of relief from certain regulations concerning periodic testing requirements on vital microprocessor-based systems.
Learn More🌧️EPA Reopens Comment Period for Industrial Stormwater Permit
All 10 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regions are proposing for public comment the 2026 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) general permit for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity, also referred to as the "2026 Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP)" or the "proposed permit." EPA is extending the comment period for 45 days, from April 4, 2025, to May 19, 2025, in response to stakeholder requests for an extension. The proposed permit, once finalized, will replace the EPA's existing MSGP that expires on February 28, 2026. The EPA proposes to issue this permit for five (5) years. Once finalized, this permit will be available in areas where the EPA is the NPDES permitting authority. The EPA solicits comment on all aspects of the proposed general permit and seeks public comment on specific requests for information as described in this document. The public is encouraged to read the proposed permit fact sheet to better understand the proposed permit requirements. The proposed permit and fact sheet can be found at https://www.epa.gov/ npdes/stormwater-discharges-industrial-activities.
Learn More⚓Notice of Public Meeting for International Maritime Organization (IMO)
The Department of State is conducting a public meeting to prepare for the International Maritime Organization's NCSR 12 meeting. Key agenda items include maritime safety, navigation guidelines, and updates to communication systems, which are essential for ensuring operational compliance and enhancing maritime industry practices.
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❌NIH Cancels National Gene Vector Biorepository Meeting
The Department of Health and Human Services announces the cancellation of the National Gene Vector Biorepository contract review meeting. This decision follows the lack of funding for the solicitation, which was previously scheduled for April 23, 2025. The notice highlights the importance of funding in the continuation of related projects and the implications of unmet financial commitments.
Learn More✈️FAA Notice
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
Learn More📈SEC Extends Review Period for WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund Rule Change
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an extension on the review period for a proposed rule change by the Cboe BZX Exchange, which seeks to amend regulations governing the listing and trading of shares in the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund, specifically to enable in-kind creations and redemptions.
Learn More🏛️Notice of Inventory Completion by Peabody Museum Under NAGPRA
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Harvard University (PMAE) 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. The human remains were collected at the Office of Indian Affairs, Field Service, Nome Census Area, AK, an Unknown Location, Northwest Arctic Borough, AK, and the Chemawa (Salem) Indian School, Marion County, OR.
Learn More📝IRS Notice on User Fee Forms 8717 and 8717-A Comments
The Internal Revenue Service, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public and other federal agencies to take this opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing information collections, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS is soliciting comments concerning Form 8717, User Fee for Employee Plan Determination Letter Request, and Form 8717-A, User Fee for Employee Plan Opinion Letter Request.
Learn More✈️FAA Notice
This notice contains a summary of a petition seeking relief from specified requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations. The purpose of this notice is to improve the public's awareness of, and participation in, the FAA's exemption process. Neither publication of this notice nor the inclusion nor omission of information in the summary is intended to affect the legal status of the petition or its final disposition.
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