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The U.S. Small Business Administration has amended an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) declaration for the State of Washington. This amendment specifies that the period of civil unrest, which qualifies for disaster loans, lasted from May 26, 2020, to January 28, 2021. The deadline to apply for an Economic Injury Loan is June 16, 2021. Further details can be obtained from A. Escobar at the Office of Disaster Assistance.

Paul Didelius, a noncarrier individual, has filed a notice to maintain control over RYAL, LLC once it becomes a Class III rail carrier. This is linked to a separate notice for RYAL to lease and operate a 26-mile rail line in Washington. Didelius confirms that none of the rail systems he controls connect physically and that they are all Class III carriers, which exempts the transaction from certain regulatory approvals. The public can file disputes or petitions related to this exemption, but it won't automatically stop the exemption from taking effect.

The U.S. Small Business Administration issued a notice declaring a disaster in Washington State because of a bomb cyclone that occurred from November 17 to November 25, 2024. People affected by the disaster in the primary county of King and the surrounding counties can apply for disaster loans online through the MySBA Loan Portal. The deadline for physical loan applications is February 21, 2025, and for economic injury loan applications, it is September 23, 2025. Contact information and further details for loan applications are provided for those who need assistance.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) plans to create an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of funding the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. This project, involving the production and use of clean hydrogen in Washington, Oregon, and Montana, aims to promote sustainable energy. Public input is sought via scoping meetings and comments until March 3, 2025. The DOE will analyze various options, including fully funding the proposed hub, expanding it, or a reduced version, to fulfill legislative mandates for clean hydrogen networks.

The Forest Service, USDA is announcing the newspapers where they will publish legal notices about forest-related actions and decisions in the Pacific Northwest Region, covering Oregon, Washington, and parts of California. This information helps the public know where to find updates and details for providing comments, objections, or appeals regarding forest management activities. Each designated newspaper serves specific forest regions and is responsible for publishing notices related to their area. This notice ensures transparency and allows public participation in decision-making processes.

The Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA has issued a final rule suspending the reporting and assessment requirements for the marketing order regulating Irish potatoes grown in Washington. This suspension is in place as the USDA processes the State of Washington Potato Committee's request to terminate the marketing order. The Committee found that the suspension of these requirements has not negatively impacted the industry and determined that continuing the order is unnecessary. This action is expected to reduce the regulatory burden on handlers and producers of Washington potatoes.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to renew a request to collect information related to air pollution control in Indian reservations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. This proposal involves Federal Implementation Plans (FIPs) under the Clean Air Act and is meant to help the EPA keep track of air pollution sources, issue permits, and ensure compliance with regulations. The agency is asking for public input on aspects of the information collection and plans to submit the proposal for approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. Public comments are due by April 13, 2021, and several forms are associated with different permit applications and emissions reports for the areas involved.