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The Postal Service has announced that it has submitted a request to the Postal Regulatory Commission. This request is to add a new shipping services contract to a special list called the Negotiated Service Agreements under the Competitive Products List. The contract involves Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage services. Details of the filing can be accessed via the Commission's website.

New England Hydropower Company, LLC has transferred the Albion Dam Hydroelectric Project to Albion Hydro, LLC. This project, located on the Blackstone River between Cumberland and Lincoln in Rhode Island, had initially been exempt from requiring a license. This exemption transfer does not need approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Albion Hydro, LLC is now responsible for the project, and all related correspondence should be addressed to their CEO, Michael C. Kerr.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The focus is on the Agricultural Marketing Service, which oversees standards for grains and other commodities. These requirements involve recordkeeping and reporting to ensure quality control and proper marketing, with associated burdens and procedures outlined for various stakeholders. Comments on these proposals are invited and should be submitted by April 21, 2025, to enhance quality and reduce unnecessary burdens.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced the rescheduling of a prehearing videoconference. Originally set for January 16, 2025, it will now take place on January 23, 2025, at 10 a.m. via WebEx. This change is due to a participant being unable to attend the original date. Further details can be obtained by contacting General Counsel David A. Trissell at 202-789-6820.

The Office of Evaluation Sciences (OES), under the General Services Administration, is proposing new data collection activities for evaluating the American Rescue Plan (ARP). This project aims to assess how selected ARP-funded programs contribute to achieving equitable outcomes and to inform future program design across the Federal Government. The public is invited to submit comments on these proposed data collection activities by January 15, 2025. The evaluation will include case studies and involve various respondents such as state and local administrators, policy leaders, service providers, and parents who benefited from ARP services.

The Postal Service has announced a request to the Postal Regulatory Commission to include a new domestic shipping contract in their list of Negotiated Service Agreements. This contract will be added to the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List. The request was filed on November 27, 2024, and interested parties can find related documents on the commission's website. For any questions, Sean Robinson is the contact person.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is holding a public meeting for the SEDAR 87 Assessment Webinar V to review data on the Gulf of Mexico's white, pink, and brown shrimp. The meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025, and will be held online. This is part of a comprehensive assessment process involving workshops and webinars, aimed at evaluating fish stocks and providing recommendations for future research and management. Participants will include various experts, stakeholders, and representatives from related governmental and non-governmental organizations.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) decided to withdraw a proposed rule that was aimed at adding a new requirement for terminal disclaimers to address nonstatutory double patenting. This proposal was initially published in the Federal Register on May 10, 2024, and received over 300 comments during the open comment period, which ended on July 9, 2024. After considering the feedback and due to resource constraints, the USPTO chose not to proceed with this rule at the moment. However, they acknowledged the input from stakeholders and emphasized their commitment to maintaining a balanced and reliable intellectual property system.

The Cboe C2 Exchange, Inc. has announced a proposed change to increase the monthly fee for a 10 Gb physical port, effective immediately as of February 14, 2025. This proposal was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which is now inviting public comments on this change until March 27, 2025. The documents related to this proposal are available on both the Exchange's and SEC's websites. The public is encouraged to share their views on whether the proposed rule change aligns with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

The United States International Trade Commission has announced a schedule for a full review regarding the impact of potentially ending the investigation into fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico. This review, conducted under the Tariff Act of 1930, will examine whether ending the suspension could result in material injury reoccurring or continuing in a foreseeable future. The Commission has extended the review period by up to 90 days due to the review's complexity. Interested parties must submit requests and information by specified dates, with hearings and submissions scheduled through September 2025.