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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reopening the period during which the public can submit comments on the document titled "Evaluating the Immunogenicity Risk of Host Cell Proteins in Follow-On Recombinant Peptide Products." Originally published on July 25, 2024, this reopening allows for updated or new information to be submitted, with a final deadline for comments set for March 3, 2025. Comments can be submitted electronically online or in written form to the FDA's Dockets Management Staff. Submissions must include the specific docket number and any confidential information must be clearly marked and handled as per FDA guidelines.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is asking the public for comments on an information collection process related to emergency management priorities. This process supports the President's authority under the Defense Production Act to prioritize and allocate resources for national defense, including homeland security and emergency preparedness. The information helps ensure timely delivery of goods and services needed for emergency management. Comments are welcomed to assess the necessity, utility, and potential improvements of this process, and must be submitted by March 5, 2021.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to collect information related to the Transfer and Consolidation of Public Housing Programs. This process aims to ensure that public housing properties continue to be used correctly and that financial support from HUD reaches the appropriate agencies managing such properties. HUD invites public feedback on this proposed information collection, offering a 60-day period for comments to be submitted.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking notifications from owners and operators of coastwise-qualified launch barges or others interested in working with platform jackets. These notifications, which include details such as company contact information and specifications of the vessels, will help maximize the use of these vessels for transportation and installation tasks on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. Comments must be submitted by March 3, 2025, and can be sent via mail or through an online portal.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is requesting feedback on the development of Child Nutrition Programs Tribal Pilot Projects. These projects, authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, will allow Tribes and Tribal organizations to take on roles traditionally held by State agencies in administering school meal programs. The USDA is seeking input from Tribes, Tribal organizations, State agencies, and others on topics like eligibility criteria and the selection process for these pilot projects. Written comments are being accepted until March 24, 2025, to help shape the application process and evaluate potential challenges and support needs.

The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy and the United States Marine Corps, has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) seeking approval for a new information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This collection involves the Navy Access Control Management System and the U.S. Marine Corps Biometric and Automated Access Control System to manage base access. It aims to ensure security by verifying individual identities using biometric data. The public has until March 31, 2021, to submit comments on this proposal.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) plans to expand the Purchased/Referred Care Delivery Area (PRCDA) for the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska. This expansion will allow more members of the Iowa Tribe to access special medical services by including Jackson County in Kansas and Holt County in Missouri in the PRCDA. Currently, the PRCDA covers counties in Kansas and Nebraska, and this change would add approximately 77 more Tribal members to those eligible for these services. The IHS seeks public comments on this proposal and has confirmed that local tribes do not have objections to the overlapping PRCDAs.

The Department of Commerce has started a countervailing duty investigation on temporary steel fencing imports from China, following a petition by ZND US Inc., a U.S. producer. The investigation aims to check if Chinese companies are receiving unfair government subsidies, hurting U.S. manufacturers. The time frame for consideration is from January to December 2024, focusing on whether these imports injure the American industry. The International Trade Commission (ITC) will parallel process to decide if there's enough harm to continue the investigation.

The New York Stock Exchange LLC (NYSE) has proposed a new rule change to establish guidelines for distributing power to its co-located users, amidst high demand due to market conditions like the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposed procedures aim to manage the increased need for power and ensure a fair distribution among users. Users can currently purchase power through new cabinets or upgrades, but if demand exceeds a certain level, limitations and waitlists will be introduced. These changes are designed to ensure equitable access to power and cabinets for all market participants and to prevent any unfair advantages.

The Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a change to its fee structure related to a new service involving Dedicated Cores. These Dedicated Cores allow firms to use the full processing power of a CPU core, offering benefits such as reduced latency and improved trading performance. The proposal includes different monthly fees based on the number of cores a firm uses, with up to two cores provided at no cost as an option for all users. This fee structure is designed to be fair, as higher fees are charged to those consuming more resources, and the service is entirely optional and not required for trading on the Exchange.