🌿FDA Seeks Nominations for Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requesting nominations for members to serve on the Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee (TPSAC), in the Center for Tobacco Products. FDA seeks to include the views of qualified individuals on its advisory committees, and therefore encourages nominations of appropriately qualified candidates. Specifically, TPSAC is seeking to fill 5 vacancies with physicians, dentists, scientists, or health care professionals practicing in the area of oncology, pulmonology, cardiology, toxicology, pharmacology, addiction, engineering, or any other relevant specialty. Included in the 5 vacancies is 1 vacancy for a representative of the general public, and 1 vacancy for an employee of a state or local government or of the Federal Government.
Learn More🐠Permit Issued for Research on Endangered Fish Species in NC
Notice is hereby given that the University of North Carolina Wilmington (Responsible Party: Frederick Scharf, Ph.D.) has been issued a permit to take Atlantic sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus) and shortnose sturgeon (A. brevirostrum) for purposes of scientific research.
Learn More🏥Public Comment Request on Organ Procurement Data System Regulations
In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, HRSA submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. Comments submitted during the first public review of this ICR will be provided to OMB. OMB will accept further comments from the public during the review and approval period. OMB may act on HRSA's ICR only after the 30-day comment period for this notice has closed.
Learn More📄Notice of Information Collection for Programs Abroad by VA
Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is announcing an opportunity for public comment on the proposed collection of certain information by the agency. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995, Federal agencies are required to publish notice in the Federal Register concerning each proposed collection of information, including each proposed revision of a currently approved collection, and allow 60 days for public comment in response to the notice.
Learn More🏦Change in Bank Control Notices and Acquisition Applications
The Federal Reserve System announced changes regarding the Change in Bank Control Notices, detailing the acquisition process of shares in banks and bank holding companies. The public can inspect applications and submit comments, which are subject to disclosure, influencing regulatory outcomes and business strategies in the banking sector.
Learn More📝DOL Request for Employment Information Comments Open for Review
The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting this Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP)-sponsored information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). Public comments on the ICR are invited.
Learn More🌍Continuation of National Emergency Regarding the Western Balkans
The President's notice emphasizes the continuation of a national emergency related to threats in the Western Balkans, impacting national security and U.S. foreign policy. It cites extremist violence and corruption as major concerns that hinder democratic governance and integration efforts within transatlantic institutions. The ongoing situation demands additional measures to safeguard U.S. interests.
Learn More📋Strengthening Probationary Periods in Federal Employment Regulations
As directed by Executive Order 14284, "Strengthening Probationary Periods in the Federal Service," issued on April 24, 2025, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is rescinding the regulations on probationary periods for initial appointments in the competitive service and making conforming amendments.
Learn More🚤Safety Zones Enforcement for Marine Events in Eastern Great Lakes
The Coast Guard will enforce multiple safety zones located in federal regulations for recurring marine events taking place in July 2025. This action is necessary and intended for the safety of life and property on navigable waters during these events. During the enforcement periods, no person or vessel may enter the respective safety zone without the permission of the Captain of the Port Eastern Great Lakes or a designated representative.
Learn More⚛️TVA Submits Construction Permit Application for Clinch River Reactor
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is providing public notice each week for four consecutive weeks of receipt and availability of an application for a construction permit (CP) from Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) for the Clinch River Nuclear Site in Roane County, Tennessee. The application, proposing to construct a GE- Hitachi BWRX-300 reactor, was received in two parts on April 25 and May 20, 2025. This notice is being provided to make the public and other stakeholders aware that the CP application is available for inspection.
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