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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced a request for comments on a new information collection related to the On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program. This collection aims to improve oversight and effectiveness by gathering data from State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) to enhance minority and women's participation in highway construction jobs. The proposed information, which state DOTs already collect, will help evaluate program success on a national level. Public comments are invited on aspects like necessity, accuracy, and methods to lessen the burden of this data collection.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public comments on a request for the Office of Management and Budget's approval of a new information collection. This is part of the Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) Program, which was established to increase the resilience of surface transportation against natural hazards like climate change and extreme weather. The program involves collecting information during various phases, such as grant application, implementation, and evaluation, to assess the effectiveness of funded projects. The FHWA is encouraging feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of this information collection process, aiming to enhance the program's quality and minimize burdens.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced that it is canceling its intention to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for the LA 1 project in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. This decision was made in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). The original plan from 2002, detailed in the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), will continue to be used as the selected approach. The rescindment is due to the extensive impacts on traffic and right-of-way that extended beyond the initial project limits.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is extending the deadline for public comments on proposed changes to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways. The original deadline of March 15, 2021, is now pushed to May 14, 2021, to allow more time for comprehensive feedback due to the complexity of the proposed changes. This extension follows concerns from various stakeholders who indicated that the initial timeline was insufficient for a detailed review and response. Feedback can be submitted through multiple methods, including a federal portal and mail.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), has announced final actions for a transportation project involving the replacement of two bridges along S.R. 5/U.S. 1 over Pellicer Creek in Florida. These actions include necessary approvals and permits for the bridge and roadway improvements required for the project. The public has until August 18, 2025, to file any legal claims challenging these decisions. The project documents and approvals are available online or through the FDOT's Office of Environmental Management.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is issuing a notice about final decisions made by California's Department of Transportation (Caltrans) concerning the Santa Maria River Bridge Replacement Project. This project plans to replace an existing bridge due to structural issues and includes adding features like a pedestrian and bicycle path. The public is informed that any judicial claims against these decisions must be filed by June 11, 2021. The decisions and actions are supported by several environmental and preservation laws.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Interstate 15 and 24th Street Interchange project in Ogden City, Utah. UDOT plans to replace the partial interchange with a single point urban interchange to improve traffic flow and integrate various modes of transport like roads, railroads, sidewalks, and bike routes. This project is part of the state's transportation improvement program, with significant legal and environmental approvals already completed. Actions related to this project are protected by federal laws and judicial review must be filed by May 9, 2025, if disputed.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation, has requested the reinstatement of a previously approved information collection related to state right-of-way acquisition data. This process follows the guidelines of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Interested parties are invited to provide public comments by May 12, 2025. The collection aims to gather annual reports from 56 respondents, including state transportation departments and territories, estimating a total annual burden of about 280 hours.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is informing the public about final decisions made regarding a transportation project in Ohio. This involves constructing a new interchange for Sunbury Parkway and modifying the existing interchange at I-71 and US 36/SR 37. The notice states that anyone wishing to legally challenge these decisions must file their claims by September 15, 2025. More information about the project can be found on the Ohio Department of Transportation's website or by contacting them directly.

The Federal Highway Administration has delayed the effective date of a rule regarding the Buy America Requirements for Manufactured Products. Originally set to begin on January 14, 2025, the rule's start has been pushed to March 20, 2025. This delay allows time for further review in line with a presidential memorandum that led to a regulatory freeze. The decision was made without seeking public comments because of the urgency and necessity of more review time.