The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced a virtual business meeting for the Oklahoma Advisory Committee on April 23, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. CT using ZoomGov. This meeting marks the beginning of the Committee's term and includes discussions on initial project topics. The public is invited to attend and can register through a provided Zoom link, with opportunities for public comments during the meeting. Written comments are also welcome for up to 30 days after the meeting and can be sent via email.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the District of Columbia Advisory Committee will hold virtual meetings via Zoom to discuss the provision of special education for students with disabilities in DC public schools. These meetings are set for May 1 and May 22, 2025, with opportunities for public participation and comment. Registration is required to attend, and additional accessibility accommodations can be requested by contacting specified email addresses. Meeting records will be available to the public on the Commission's website.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a virtual public meeting of the Virginia Advisory Committee on May 8, 2025. This is the first meeting of the newly appointed committee, and it will take place via Zoom. The public can register to attend and participate through a provided link. The meeting will include introductions of new members, a civil rights discussion, and an opportunity for public comments.

The Department of Commerce is planning to create a new system of records called "COMMERCE/DEPT-30, Public Affairs Records." This system aims to help the Department's Office of Public Affairs maintain communication with the media, civil society organizations, and the public based on regional and policy interests. The records will include data such as contact information, travel records, and press releases, and will support functions like research, storm documentation, and public communication. Safeguards will be in place to ensure that the handling of these records complies with legal and privacy standards.

Merck, Sharp & Dohme LLC has submitted a proposal to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board for a production activity in their Rahway, New Jersey facility, which is part of Foreign-Trade Zone 49. The proposal outlines plans to manufacture various pharmaceutical products, including drugs for infectious and neurologic diseases, oncology, immunotherapy, and cardiovascular disease, using foreign materials. Some of these materials are subject to specific trade regulations depending on their country of origin. Public comments on the proposal are welcome until May 27, 2025, and those interested in more information can contact the Board or access documents on their website.