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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules to improve accessibility for video conferencing services, focusing on features such as text-to-speech and automatic sign-language interpretation. They are seeking input on how these services can better support individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind, have low vision, or have cognitive or mobility disabilities. The FCC also wants to know if the telecommunications relay services (TRS) Fund should support team interpreting for video conferences. They are considering how to integrate TRS effectively with video conferencing platforms to ensure seamless communication for everyone involved.

The National Park Service has announced that the National Park System Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting on March 19, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The meeting's purpose is to discuss final recommendations regarding Executive Order 14121, which focuses on recognizing and honoring women's history, along with other relevant topics. The public is invited to attend and may submit written comments or request to speak during the meeting. People needing special accommodations, like sign language interpreters, should contact the designated officer in advance.

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), part of the Department of the Interior, is planning to renew the collection of bird count data as part of the North American Breeding Bird Survey. The data helps track bird species in North America and is shared with various stakeholders, including government agencies and the public. Interested parties are invited to submit comments about the data collection process by May 12, 2025, to ensure it meets necessary performance standards and minimizes burdens on respondents. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and the estimated cost related to the data collection, such as mileage for trips, is expected to average $182,000 annually.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Alaska is conducting an oil and gas lease sale for twelve tracts in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The bid opening will take place on January 9, 2025, but sealed bids must be submitted by January 6, 2025. The lease sale involves areas that are subject to ongoing legal disputes, which could affect the validity of any leases issued. Detailed information and viewing of the bids' opening will be available online.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has rescheduled the bid opening date for an oil and gas lease sale in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This change comes after a federal executive order mandated the closure of government offices on January 9, 2025. The new date for opening the bids is January 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. Alaska Standard Time. However, the deadline for submitting sealed bids remains unchanged, with all bids due by January 6, 2025, at 4 p.m.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has renewed the charter of the Disability Advisory Committee under the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The Committee's mission is to give recommendations on disability access and to help people with disabilities participate effectively in FCC proceedings. The first meeting of the Committee's fourth term is scheduled for February 18, 2021, and it will be held remotely, allowing public members to view the proceedings online and submit questions or comments. The Committee will focus on various topics, including communication transitions, telecommunications relay services, and video programming accessibility.