⚡Draft Regulatory Guide on Safety-Related Cables Released for Comments
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment a draft Regulatory Guide (DG), DG-1442, "Qualification of Safety-Related Cables and Field Splices for Production and Utilization Facilities." This DG is proposed Revision 1 of Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.211 of the same name. The proposed revision describes an approach that is acceptable to the staff of the NRC to meet regulatory requirements for the environmental qualification of safety related cables and field splices in production and utilization facilities. It endorses, subject to the conditions described in Section C of the DG, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Standard (Std.) 383-2023, "IEEE Standard for Qualifying Electric Cables and Splices for Nuclear Facilities."
Learn More🌧️Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations by FEMA
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🗂️National Archives Notice on Records Schedules and Public Comments
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) publishes notice of certain Federal agency requests for records disposition authority (records schedules). We publish notice in the Federal Register and on regulations.gov for records schedules in which agencies propose to dispose of records they no longer need to conduct agency business. We invite public comments on such records schedules.
Learn More📄Cancellation of Hearing for Antidumping Duty Investigations
The U.S. International Trade Commission cancelled the hearing for investigations into antidumping and countervailing duties on paper file folders imported from Cambodia and Sri Lanka. Following a request from domestic manufacturers, parties involved were instructed to respond to written questions instead, impacting regulatory proceedings.
Learn More🌱EPA Exempts Cry Proteins in Soybean from Tolerance Requirements
This regulation establishes exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of the Bacillus thuringiensis Cry1A.2 and Cry1B.2 proteins (hereafter Cry1A.2 and Cry1B.2 proteins) in or on the food and feed commodities of soybean when used as plant-incorporated protectants (PIP) in soybean. Bayer CropScience LP submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting these exemptions. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of these pesticides when used in accordance with the terms of the exemption.
Learn More📊NSF Proposal Review Meetings for Grant Opportunities
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announces closed meetings for reviewing proposals for financial support, per the Federal Advisory Committee Act. These meetings, held primarily at NSF headquarters, will focus on evaluating both new proposals and the progress of existing awards. The closed nature protects confidential information associated with the proposals.
Learn More🌊Final Flood Hazard Determinations Impacting Business Compliance
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings and Its Impact on Energy Businesses
The Department of Energy issued a Combined Notice of Filings detailing various electric rate applications and changes in status from multiple energy companies. This notice provides insights into compliance checkpoints and regulatory requirements crucial for stakeholders in the energy sector, emphasizing the importance of timely comments and participation in proceedings.
Learn More🌊Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations and Business Implications
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⚡Combined Notice of Filings by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a notice detailing various exempt wholesale generator filings, electric rate filings, and compliance requirements from applicants such as Branch Solar, LLC and Guernsey Power Station LLC. The notice includes deadlines for comments and references to filing procedures, facilitating public participation in regulatory processes.
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