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  • 2024-28489 — Notice of Inventory Completion: Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology, Andover, MA
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96671
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology at Phillips Academy has completed an inventory of human remains and related objects as outlined by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). They found a cultural connection between the remains and artifacts with several Native American tribes, including the Cherokee Nation and The Osage Nation. Repatriation of these remains and objects can begin after January 6, 2025, and requests must be made by tribes or individuals showing clear evidence of connection. The National Park Service published this notice, although decisions about the remains are made solely by the Institute.

    Simple Explanation

    The Robert S. Peabody Institute has found some old things and bones that belong to Native American tribes, and now they are giving them back to the right tribes, but they still have to be careful about safety stuff they don’t know much about.

  • 2025-06589 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Information Collection Request; Comment Request; Risk Management Program Requirements and Petitions To Modify the List of Regulated Substances Under Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act (Renewal) EPA ICR 1656.19, OMB Control Number 2050-0144
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16126
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on the renewal of an information collection request related to the Risk Management Program under the Clean Air Act. This program requires facilities that handle certain hazardous substances to create and submit risk management plans to prevent accidental releases. The agency is collecting feedback to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of this data collection and aims to minimize the reporting burden. Comments are open for 60 days, and the EPA will review them before submitting the final request to the Office of Management and Budget for approval.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants to know what people think about their rules for making places that use dangerous stuff create safety plans to avoid accidents. They're asking for suggestions on how to make this easier and clearer for everyone involved.

  • 2025-01650 — Notice of Lodging of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8159
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Department of Justice announced a proposed Consent Decree involving Tetra Tech EC Inc. concerning the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard Superfund Site in San Francisco. The decree addresses a claim that Tetra Tech is liable for handling hazardous substances at the site, requiring them to pay $40 million. In return, the U.S. government agrees not to pursue further legal action against Tetra Tech under specific CERCLA sections. The public can review and comment on this decree within 30 days of the notice's publication.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Justice wants a company to pay $40 million because they didn't handle dangerous stuff properly at an old shipyard in San Francisco. In exchange for the money, the government promises not to take them to court again for this issue, and people can tell the government what they think about this decision.

  • 2021-01065 — Information Collection Request Submitted to OMB for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Brownfields Program-Accomplishment Reporting (Renewal)
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 5189
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) submitted an information collection request (ICR) for the Brownfields Program—Accomplishment Reporting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This ICR, necessary for the Paperwork Reduction Act, seeks to extend the current approval beyond January 31, 2021, allowing public comments for an additional 30 days. The program aims to support the cleanup and redevelopment of brownfields sites, which are properties complicated by the presence of hazardous substances. The ICR involves data collection to track the progress and effectiveness of grants given to eligible entities like state, tribal, and local governments.

    Simple Explanation

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wants to continue a project that helps clean up dirty land areas so they can be used again. They are asking people to say what they think about this plan for a few more days before they continue.

  • 2024-29006 — National Priorities List
    Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 100751
    Reading Time:about 22 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added one site to the General Superfund section of the National Priorities List (NPL) according to a new final rule. This addition pertains to the Upper Columbia River site in Washington, which scored 28.50 or above on the Hazard Ranking System (HRS), indicating priority for further investigation. The NPL is used by the EPA to identify sites needing investigation for public health and environmental risks due to hazardous substances. The rule will take effect on January 15, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA has added a new place to a list of spots needing a cleaner environment; it's like saying, "This river in Washington needs more attention to make sure the environment and people's health stay safe." This rule starts on January 15, 2025.