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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on a revised safety standard for stationary activity centers, originally referenced by the ASTM F2012-18ε1 standard. The new standard, ASTM F2012-2024, has been updated by ASTM, and CPSC is evaluating its impact on product safety. The public has until February 4, 2025, to submit their comments. The revision and its potential to improve safety are being assessed under the guidelines of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008.

The Federal Subsistence Board has proposed new regulations for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 hunting and trapping seasons on federal lands in Alaska, aiming to revise the rules for subsistence wildlife management. These regulations, which happen every two years for wildlife and every other year for fish and shellfish, involve setting harvest limits, seasons, and methods for taking wildlife. Public meetings and comments are scheduled throughout 2025 to gather input from local communities and stakeholders, ensuring that any changes consider the needs and traditions of local subsistence users. Once finalized, the new regulations will replace previous rules and ensure sustainable use of wildlife resources.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has extended the public comment period for a proposed rule regarding the release of a nonessential experimental population of Central Valley spring-run Chinook salmon in the upper Yuba River, California. This proposal is made under the Endangered Species Act and includes special permissions for certain activities related to the salmon. Originally, the comment period was to end on January 11, 2021, but it has now been extended by 60 days to March 12, 2021. The extension allows the public more time to provide feedback on the proposed rule and the draft environmental assessment associated with it.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule to address safety concerns with certain De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This proposed rule seeks to replace an earlier Airworthiness Directive (AD) from 2015. The new rule would require modifications to the nose wheel steering (NWS) system to prevent issues that could cause the airplane to veer off the runway. The public is invited to submit comments on this proposal until April 12, 2021.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing a rule to incorporate the FNS Handbook 310, a manual for conducting quality control reviews of SNAP cases, into SNAP regulations. This incorporation ensures public notice and comment before implementing any revisions to the handbook. The rule also seeks to remove references to another manual, the FNS Handbook 311, until it can be officially incorporated later. The Department is inviting public feedback on these changes until March 4, 2024.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending the deadline for public comments on a proposed rule to revise the "estimated cost of the assistance" factor used in disaster declarations. This extension, lasting until March 12, 2021, follows a regulatory review memorandum from President Biden's administration. A virtual public meeting will be held on February 24, 2021, to gather feedback on the changes, which aim to update disaster response criteria and consider the economic impact on affected regions. FEMA is seeking input from various stakeholders, including state and local governments, on how these factors affect their ability to manage disasters.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new rule to update the migratory bird subsistence harvest regulations in Alaska. This rule will clarify language on regional species closures, remove emperor geese from the harvest list due to population concerns, and update the names of specific bird species. It also eliminates the permit requirement for hunting in the Kodiak Island Roaded Area while keeping certain bird species protected. Public comments are being accepted until February 20, 2025.

The Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and NASA are proposing a rule change to the Federal Acquisition Regulation to enhance the cybersecurity workforce. This change will require that contracts for IT and cybersecurity support services align with the NICE Framework, which standardizes the tasks, knowledge, skills, and roles in cybersecurity. The proposal aims to create consistency in how cybersecurity competencies are described in federal contracts. Public comments on this proposal are invited until March 4, 2025.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is proposing changes to the regulations governing Credit Union Service Organizations (CUSOs). The proposed rule aims to expand the types of loans CUSOs can originate to match any loan that a Federal credit union (FCU) may offer, giving credit unions more flexibility in their operations. Additionally, the rule seeks to broaden the investment power of FCUs in CUSOs, potentially allowing investment in organizations that serve the broader financial community, not just credit unions. The NCUA invites public comments on these proposals, which aim to enhance credit union competitiveness and cooperative efforts.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has reopened the comment period for a proposed rule published on November 20, 2024, concerning property broker transactions. This decision came after a request from the Small Business in Transportation Coalition, allowing stakeholders more time to submit feedback until March 20, 2025. The proposal addresses transparency in brokered freight transactions, requiring brokers to send electronic transaction records to parties within 48 hours and preventing them from making waivers a condition. The reopened comment period provides an additional opportunity for interested parties to express their opinions and suggestions on these proposed changes.