🛠️OSHA Notice on NRTL Recognition for Intertek Testing Services
In this notice, OSHA announces the application of Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc., for expansion of the recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and presents the agency's preliminary finding to grant the application.
Learn More💉FDA Classifies X-Ray Attenuation Cream Under Class II Devices
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is classifying the cream for x-ray attenuation into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the cream for x-ray attenuation's classification. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II (special controls) will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. We believe this action will also enhance patients' access to beneficial innovative devices, in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
Learn More📈SEC Notice for Joint Investment Applications by BDCs
The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application for an order that allows certain business development companies and closed-end management investment companies to co-invest in portfolio companies. The application aims to permit joint transactions typically prohibited by regulations under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Interested parties may request a hearing regarding this application.
Learn More🔋Lithionics Battery FTZ Production Activity Notification
Lithionics Battery, LLC has submitted a notification for proposed production activities within Foreign-Trade Zone 193C in Clearwater, Florida. The proposal includes manufacturing lithium-ion battery systems and related components, with potential duty benefits detailed in the submission. Public comments are invited before the specified deadline.
Learn More💰NIH Closed Meetings for Grant Applications
The Department of Health and Human Services announces closed meetings of the Center for Scientific Review to evaluate grant applications. These sessions are essential for assessing funding proposals in health research, emphasizing confidential discussions surrounding potential financial support for innovative projects in the biomedical field.
Learn More🐟Public Meetings on Trawl Catch Share Program Review
The Pacific Fishery Management Council (Pacific Council) will convene three public hearings regarding the trawl catch share program review.
Learn More🍗USDA Updates State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program Lists
FSIS is amending the Federal meat and poultry products inspection regulations to remove its lists of states that do not operate their own meat or poultry inspection (MPI) programs that are "at least equal to" FSIS' Federal inspection programs and have therefore been designated for FSIS' Federal inspection. FSIS is also amending the regulations to remove or revise related cross references to the lists. Going forward, FSIS will maintain lists of states with and without MPI programs on its website to ensure that the public has accurate and timely access to information about State and Federal inspection programs.
Learn More🛢️Pipeline Safety
PHMSA is publishing this notice to solicit public comments on a request for one (1) special permit segment extension submitted by Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, LLC (TGP), a subsidiary of Kinder Morgan, Inc. TGP is seeking relief from compliance with certain requirements in the Federal pipeline safety regulations. At the conclusion of the 30-day comment period, PHMSA will review the comments received from this notice as part of its evaluation to grant or deny the special permit request.
Learn More🎣Upcoming Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting Details
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's (MAFMC's) Bluefish Monitoring Committee (MC) will hold a public meeting jointly with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's Bluefish Technical Committee.
Learn More🏠Notice on Capital Fund High-Risk Program Information Collection
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, HUD is requesting comment from all interested parties on the proposed post-award collection of information. The purpose of this notice is to allow for 60 days of public comment.
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