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The Department of Energy (DOE), specifically the National Nuclear Security Administration, is requesting an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to continue collecting information for the American Assured Fuel Supply Program. This program involves low enriched uranium (LEU) which the DOE uses to support nuclear nonproliferation objectives by providing a backup fuel supply during disruptions. The information collection helps determine eligibility for accessing the LEU. They are welcoming public comments about this request until February 8, 2021.

The Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board has announced the members of its Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board, effective immediately until December 10, 2025. The designated board members include executives from the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, the National Nuclear Security Administration, and the U.S. Department of Energy. This announcement complies with the legal requirement to publish notice of such appointments in the Federal Register. For further details, Kimberly Brown at the board can be contacted via email at brown@nwtrb.gov or phone at 703-235-4473.

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), part of the U.S. Department of Energy, plans to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for enhanced use of the plutonium facility at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in California. This plan follows the 2023 Site-Wide Environmental Impact Statement, and the SEIS will examine the environmental effects of increasing the facility's operations from Security Category III to Category II to meet national security needs. The NNSA is seeking public input on the SEIS scope, alternatives, and environmental issues, and plans to hold a virtual public meeting for further discussion.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing a modification to its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-31 Firearms Qualifications Records. This update aims to align with new formatting standards and ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include adding the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters as a system location, removing certain addresses, updating routine uses, and incorporating cloud-based services for records storage. The modifications also extend the time allowed for filing appeals from 30 to 90 days, complying with privacy laws and practices.

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), part of the Department of Energy (DOE), announced the availability of a draft environmental impact statement for the ongoing operation of the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This draft is part of their compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) and considers the environmental consequences of LANL's activities over the next 15 years. The public is invited to review the draft and provide feedback during a 60-day comment period ending March 11, 2025. Three alternatives for LANL's future operations are considered: continuing current actions, modernizing operations, and expanding operations to address national security challenges.

The Department of Energy has announced the renewal of the Defense Programs Advisory Committee (DPAC) for another two years starting on February 8, 2021. This committee will advise and offer recommendations on managing the United States' nuclear deterrent. The renewal is considered critical for the department's operations and aligns with federal law requirements. The committee's activities will continue to follow the rules set by the Federal Advisory Committee Act.