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The Department of State is organizing a virtual public meeting on January 21, 2025, via Microsoft Teams. The meeting is to prepare for the 12th session of the International Maritime Organization's Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee (PPR 12) scheduled for later that month. The agenda includes discussions on pollution hazards, amendments to MARPOL Annexes, and guidelines for reducing emissions and marine litter. The public can join the meeting by RSVP to the coordinator, Ms. Nicole M. Schindler, by January 20, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing a new rule to approve changes to air quality regulations in California's Mojave Desert. These changes focus on reducing emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOX) from industrial equipment like boilers and heaters, which contribute to air pollution problems like smog and ozone. The updated rule, MDAQMD Rule 1157, sets stricter limits on these emissions and removes certain exemptions to align with federal standards. Public comments on this proposal are invited until January 27, 2025, and if approved, the rule will be added to the enforceable state implementation plan.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is considering waiving its Buy America requirements for the purchase of used locomotives that would be converted to run on cleaner energy like electricity or renewable diesel. These efforts aim to replace older, more polluting locomotives with efficient alternatives, reducing emissions and creating domestic jobs. The waiver would apply to Tier 0, Tier 1, and non-tiered locomotives manufactured before 2004 that have stayed in service in the U.S. This waiver would be applicable for five years and allow the replacement of diesel engines with cleaner technologies, but all other construction materials must still meet Buy America standards. The FRA invites public comments on this proposal and suggestions regarding waivers for other products related to manufacturing locomotive batteries or charging stations.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public feedback on their plan to renew an existing data collection process. This process gathers information on projects under the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program. It helps track project details like location, sponsor, and cost-effectiveness related to reducing emissions and traffic congestion. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) must approve this renewal, and comments are invited by February 10, 2025, on its necessity, accuracy, and ways to improve efficiency.