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The Judicial Conference of the United States has canceled the public hearing on proposed amendments to the Federal Rules of Evidence that was scheduled for January 22, 2025. The cancellation notice, along with administrative details, was published in the Federal Register. Interested individuals can contact H. Thomas Byron III, Esq., for more information. The original announcement of the hearing was made on July 31, 2024.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that the World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee will hold its third meeting on April 15, 2025, in Washington, DC. During this meeting, the committee will discuss status reports and recommendations for the upcoming 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference. The meeting will be open to the public and broadcast live online, with opportunities for audience participation. More details and agenda updates can be found on the FCC's WRC-27 website.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking nominations for members to join the Advisory Committee on Disability Compensation for the 2025-2026 cycle. The committee evaluates the effectiveness of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities and advises on disability compensation issues. Candidates can be from the general public, including those with experience in disability compensation or medical and scientific experts. Nominations must be submitted by February 3, 2025, and include a cover letter and resume detailing the nominee's qualifications and interest in serving.

On February 21, 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) had announced a public meeting of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS®) Advisory Committee, which was supposed to take place from March 12 to March 14, 2025. However, this meeting has now been canceled. For more information, individuals can contact Krisa Arzayus, the Designated Federal Official for the U.S. IOOS Advisory Committee.

The Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee (REEEAC) is holding an in-person and online meeting on February 12, 2025, at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, DC. The meeting is open to the public, but space for in-person attendance is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees must register by February 10, 2025, and those wishing to deliver oral comments should do so by February 7, 2025. The meeting will focus on issues affecting the competitiveness of U.S. renewable energy and energy efficiency industries.

The National Cancer Institute is hosting a virtual meeting of the Clinical Trials and Translational Research Advisory Committee on March 17, 2021. The meeting will discuss strategic plans for the Institute's clinical and translational research programs. It is open to the public and can be accessed via the NIH webcasting site. For special accommodations or to submit comments, individuals can contact Sheila A. Prindiville at the details provided in the notice.

The Treasury Department announced a meeting of the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee from the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, scheduled for February 2, 2021, via conference call. During this closed meeting, the Treasury will seek advice from the committee on issues related to the economy, financial markets, and debt management. The meeting is closed to the public to allow for open and frank discussions, and premature disclosure could lead to financial speculation. Fred Pietrangeli, the Director for the Office of Debt Management, can be contacted for more information.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced a virtual public meeting for the Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee (BENM MAC) on March 31, 2021. The meeting will cover topics like management planning for the Bears Ears National Monument, wood-cutting, harvesting, and other relevant issues. A public comment period will be available, allowing participants to share their views, although there may be time limits depending on the number of speakers. Meeting minutes will be available for public review at the Canyon Country District Office and on the BENM MAC web page within 90 days after the meeting.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for qualified individuals to join their Advisory Committee on Former Prisoners of War. The committee advises the VA on how to help former prisoners of war better, suggesting improvements in services and benefits. They want a diverse group of up to 12 members, including experts in relevant medical fields and veterans themselves. Nominations are due by February 28, 2025, and should include a nominee's qualifications, willingness to serve, and personal contact information.

The Federal Communications Commission has announced a series of meetings for the Informal Working Groups (IWG) of the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference Advisory Committee. These meetings, scheduled between January and March 2025, will be held virtually and are open to the public. The working groups focus on different communication services including maritime, aeronautical, mobile, fixed-satellite, and mobile satellite services. The meetings aim to prepare U.S. proposals for the upcoming radiocommunication conference.