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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 101837
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) has issued a final rule to officially adopt the Office of Management & Budget's guidelines for managing federal awards, which were already part of their agreements with grant recipients. This rule will take effect on December 20, 2024, and it involves requirements related to federal financial assistance, ensuring consistent management across various agencies. The EAC is implementing these changes without prior notice and comment or a delayed effective date because agencies were already informed and had ample time to prepare.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is making a rule that matches some guidelines already used for handling federal money, and this rule starts on December 20, 2024. They're doing this because they think everyone already knows about the changes and had enough time to get ready.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 15412
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a clarification explaining that language in the preamble of a previous rule about nondiscrimination based on disability does not carry legal weight because it was not included in the official regulatory text. This clarification focuses on discussions about whether gender dysphoria could be considered a disability, noting that such preamble language isn't legally enforceable. The Department aims to reduce confusion by affirming that only the regulatory text itself has legal authority. This clarification emphasizes that interpretations or statements in rule preambles do not have the force of law.

    Simple Explanation

    The Health Department wants everyone to know that only certain parts of a rule are like real rules you have to follow. They said some words about a medical condition weren't actually part of the official rule, so they don’t count as rules people have to listen to.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3999
    Reading Time:about 18 minutes

    The Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a public interest waiver allowing certain infrastructure projects in the Pacific Island territories (Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and American Samoa) and the Freely Associated States (Republic of Palau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Federated States of Micronesia) to bypass the Buy America requirements. These requirements usually mandate that materials like iron, steel, and manufactured goods used in U.S. infrastructure projects be made domestically. The waiver, lasting five years from January 10, 2025, aims to reduce costs and avoid project delays caused by shipping and sourcing issues from the mainland U.S. DOT decided on this waiver after considering public comments and addressing concerns about regional supply chains and cost impacts.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Transportation has decided to allow certain islands in the Pacific to use materials from other countries for big building projects because getting those materials from America can be hard and expensive. This special rule will last for five years and helps make sure projects are not delayed.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11572
    Reading Time:about 78 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) program for fiscal year 2021. This program provides federal financial assistance to important transportation projects, focusing on enhancing highway and freight infrastructure of national or regional importance. Key objectives for project selection include promoting economic growth, addressing climate change, advancing racial equity, and encouraging innovation. The deadline for submitting applications through the Grants.gov platform is March 19, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is offering money to help build and improve roads and highways, and they want projects that can make a big difference in people's lives. People have to apply by telling the government about their projects, but some might find it hard to understand all the rules or get enough money to match what the government gives.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 105068
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is proposing a temporary waiver under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) that would allow the use of domestically assembled solar modules for certain federally funded projects, as fully BABA-compliant solar modules are currently not available in sufficient quantities. The waiver aims to consolidate waivers for multiple projects, reduce paperwork, and support the growth of domestic solar manufacturing. This proposal supports creating a supply chain for American-made solar products and promoting the benefits for communities receiving HUD assistance. HUD is inviting public comments on this proposed waiver, which would be effective until December 31, 2025, with installation by June 30, 2026.

    Simple Explanation

    HUD wants to let some builders use solar panels that are put together in the U.S. for big projects, because there aren't enough American-made ones right now, and they're asking people what they think about this idea.