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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97063
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Bureau of Land Management has announced the official filing of plats and field notes for various land surveys in Idaho, which will occur 30 days after the publication date. These surveys were conducted to meet the needs of different Federal agencies. Detailed information about the specific lands and surveys are listed, and the public can obtain copies by paying the required fee at the Bureau's Idaho State Office. Anyone wishing to protest these surveys must submit a written notice to the Chief Cadastral Surveyor for Idaho within 30 days from the date of publication.

    Simple Explanation

    The government checked out some land in Idaho to help different agencies, and they wrote down what they found. Soon, they will officially keep these records, and people can ask for copies or say if they don't agree with the information.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96960
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a notice about the availability of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) filed between November 22, 2024, and December 2, 2024. This includes detailed statements from various federal agencies for public review and comment. Notable entries include draft and final EIS documents concerning nuclear plant license renewals, mining activities, predator damage management, and land management projects. The EPA is required to make its comments on these statements public, and they can be accessed through their online portal.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA is telling people that they have some big reports ready, like really important homework, about different projects like power plants and mines. People can look at these reports and say what they think about them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6643
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its comments on various Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) submitted by other federal agencies. Some key projects mentioned include the East Locust Creek Watershed Revised Plan in Missouri, the Crimson Solar Project in California, and the King of Prussia Rail Extension Project in Pennsylvania. The document also notes revisions and corrections to previously announced projects, like the Stella Restoration Project. Public comment periods for these projects are specified, and the EPA provides a link for accessing their comment letters online.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA is letting people know about its thoughts on some big projects that other parts of the government want to do, like building things or making changes to the land in different states. They also mention fixing mistakes about some projects, and they give instructions on how people can see what the EPA said about each project.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2491
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on renewing an information collection related to "Investment Securities" under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request is part of the OCC’s ongoing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden. The OCC plans to gather feedback until March 15, 2021, and is interested in opinions on the utility, accuracy, and burden of the information collected, as well as ideas for improving data collection methods. Comments received will be considered when the OCC submits its request for renewal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

    Simple Explanation

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) wants people to tell them if the way they collect information about "Investment Securities" is helpful or too complicated. They are asking for ideas on how to make it easier and to see if it takes too long, like nearly 460 hours, to complete this task each year.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106608
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The NITRD Joint Engineering Team (JET) and Middleware And Grid Interagency Coordination (MAGIC) Communities of Practice hold public meetings throughout 2025, providing opportunities for interaction between federal agencies and the public. These meetings, facilitated by the National Science Foundation, focus on sharing information about research and technology development. Interested individuals can participate in these meetings, which will be available via Zoom, and can sign up for notifications or submit comments through designated email addresses. Meeting details, including dates and agendas, are posted on the NITRD Public Meetings webpage.

    Simple Explanation

    People from the government and others interested in new technology will have meetings that anyone can join to learn and share ideas in 2025. These meetings are online, and people can find out when they happen and what they will talk about by visiting a website.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6920
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is notifying the public about several Federal agency requests to dispose of records they no longer require for business purposes. These notifications, published in the Federal Register and on regulations.gov, invite the public to comment on the proposed schedules for record disposal. People can submit their comments by March 11, 2021, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. NARA emphasizes that these record schedules determine whether certain records should be preserved or destroyed, depending on their long-term value.

    Simple Explanation

    The people at NARA want to clean out some old paperwork that they don't need anymore, but before they do, they are asking everyone to take a look and share their thoughts. They are saying, "Hey, should we keep this or throw it away?"

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13359
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is informing the public about its comments on Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) prepared by other Federal agencies. These comments are made public as required by the Clean Air Act and can be found on the EPA's website. The document provides details on new EIS filings received between March 10 and March 17, 2025, including drafts for projects in Texas and Wyoming with their respective comment periods. Nancy Abrams, Associate Director of the Office of Federal Activities, has signed the notice dated March 17, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants everyone to know about their thoughts on big projects that might affect the environment, like the air we breathe. You can read about these projects on their website, and they also have ways to learn more or ask questions if you need help.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9802
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on the proposed and ongoing collection of information through Form 712, Life Insurance Statement. This initiative is part of their effort to minimize paperwork and the burden on respondents, as guided by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The IRS is interested in feedback regarding the necessity, accuracy, quality, and clarity of the information collection, as well as suggestions for reducing the burden, including the possibility of electronic submissions. Comments should be submitted by April 21, 2025, to be considered.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS wants to know what people think about a form called Form 712 that talks about life insurance. They are looking for ideas to make it easier and faster for people to fill out, especially if it can be done online!