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The Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission is extending the comment period and delaying the implementation of a final rule that revises its procedural rules. Originally published on January 17, 2025, the effective date of these changes is pushed to April 7, 2025. Comments on the rule will be accepted until March 21, 2025. This extension allows more time for feedback on changes set out in 29 CFR part 2700.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is extending the deadline for public feedback on creating a national campaign to fight counterfeit and pirated products. The original call for comments was published on November 17, 2020, and sought insights from various groups, including those affected by counterfeit sales and public-private campaign experts. Through this notice, individuals have until March 12, 2021, to provide their input on developing strategies, education materials, and alerts to help consumers identify and avoid fake products. This extension aims to give more people the chance to share their thoughts and ideas.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a part of the Department of Transportation, has extended the comment period by 90 days for a proposed update to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, which deals with child restraint systems. This extension follows requests from the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, who needed more time due to COVID-19 related challenges and the necessity for in-depth evaluations of the new testing methods. The proposed changes include using a new test sled assembly and other modernized test procedures. The public can submit comments until April 5, 2021, through various methods such as an online portal or mail.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has extended the deadline for submitting comments on proposed regulations about the corporate alternative minimum tax. Originally due by December 12, 2024, comments are now accepted until January 16, 2025. However, the deadline to request to speak at a public hearing on the regulations remains December 12, 2024, and the hearing itself will still take place on January 16, 2025. Interested individuals can submit their comments electronically via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is extending the comment period for gathering information on industry practices related to poppy seeds. This includes cultivation, processing, and methods to reduce opiate alkaloid levels in poppy seeds. Due to requests for more time, the FDA is allowing an additional 60 days for comments, with submissions acceptable until June 16, 2025. This information will help the FDA decide if any actions are needed to ensure that poppy seed products are safe for consumption.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is extending the comment period for a proposed rule regarding the grizzly bear, Ursus arctos horribilis, in the lower 48 states. This proposal, initially released on January 15, 2025, intends to revise the bear's status under the Endangered Species Act. By giving an additional 60 days for comments, the agency aims to allow more public input. Prior comments will still be considered, and new ones can be submitted online or by mail until May 16, 2025.

The Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA has extended the comment period for proposed changes to the United States Classes, Standards, and Grades for Poultry. Initially announced on January 16, 2025, and set to end on March 17, 2025, the period now extends until May 16, 2025. This extension comes after receiving a request from a U.S. trade association advocating for the poultry industry, suggesting that more time is needed to gather feedback on the revisions that aim to align with industry advancements and consumer preferences.

The Federal Reserve System has announced an extension of the comment period for an application involving the formation or acquisition of bank holding companies. The application in question concerns First Citizens BancShares, Inc., located in Raleigh, North Carolina, acquiring CIT Group, Inc., based in New York, New York. The public is invited to express their views in writing about this application, with the new deadline for submissions set for February 22, 2021. The information is accessible for review at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and through specified online resources.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has extended the comment period for a draft risk assessment concerning Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) in sewage sludge. Initially published on January 15, 2025, the public now has until August 14, 2025, to submit their comments. This extension grants additional time for stakeholders to review the document, which evaluates potential health and environmental risks related to the use and disposal of sewage sludge. The assessment aims to inform potential future regulations under the Clean Water Act.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is extending the deadline for the public to submit comments about the National Council for Expanding American Innovation. This extension is aimed at giving all interested parties more time to provide input on plans to expand innovation in various aspects like demographics, geography, and economy. Comments must be submitted by February 23, 2021, and can be sent through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. The initiative includes leaders from industry, academia, government, and nonprofit organizations to ensure a wide range of perspectives are considered.