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Rivian Automotive, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board requesting permission to engage in production activities at its facility in Normal, Illinois. The company plans to produce electric vehicles and related components while taking advantage of customs duty exemptions for foreign materials used in exports. By utilizing FTZ procedures, Rivian can choose favorable duty rates for certain components used in domestic sales and avoid duties on waste materials. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed until March 8, 2021.

The Economic Development Administration (EDA), part of the Department of Commerce, is inviting public comments on its information collection practices as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking feedback to help assess and improve their processes, reduce the public's reporting burden, and evaluate the necessity and utility of the information collected. This notice allows for 60 days of public comment before the collection submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Comments need to be submitted by February 3, 2025.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is inviting public comments on a proposed information collection related to identifying vessels and gear in the Southeast Region. This is part of a regular collection review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The purpose of these markings is to aid in the enforcement of fishing regulations and to ensure that activities are carried out legally. The comment period is open until April 20, 2021, and aims to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and potential burden of the information collection.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), part of the Department of Commerce, announced a mandatory survey called the Quarterly Survey of Financial Services Transactions (BE-185) to measure trade in financial services between U.S. providers and foreign persons. This survey is essential for understanding the impact of U.S. trade both domestically and internationally and is authorized by relevant trade acts. U.S. companies involved in these transactions exceeding specific thresholds are required to report, with details on how and when to submit the reports provided. The survey process is overseen by the Office of Management and Budget and has an estimated completion time of 10 hours per response.

The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has issued a notice requesting public comments on an information collection related to Hawaii reef diving and snorkeling. This survey aims to understand divers' and snorkelers' spending related to reef activities in several U.S. locations, expanding a previous survey conducted in Hawaii. Feedback from the public will help evaluate the necessity and utility of the information collection, improve its quality, and reduce the burden on respondents. Comments from the public will be included in the request for approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The Census Bureau of the Commerce Department is inviting public comments on updates to the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS). This survey, conducted every two weeks, provides important real-time data on how businesses are doing in the U.S., such as changes in revenue, employment, and the use of technologies like artificial intelligence. The bureau aims to improve the quality of data and reduce the reporting burden on businesses. Comments are welcomed to help assess and refine these updates before seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is proposing new procedures to comply with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), including the addition of new categorical exclusions (CEs). These CEs are actions usually not expected to impact the environment significantly. NIST seeks public input on these draft procedures and the justification for the new CEs by January 10, 2025. The proposal is part of a larger effort to streamline and ensure consistency with environmental regulations.

The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) of the Commerce Department has issued a notice about the mandatory Quarterly Survey of Ocean Freight Revenues and Foreign Expenses of U.S. Carriers (BE-30). This survey helps measure trade in transport services and its impact on both the U.S. and foreign economies. U.S. ocean carriers with revenues or expenses of $500,000 or more must report their information each quarter. Survey forms can be submitted electronically, or by mail or fax, and are due 30 days after each quarter ends.

The U.S. Department of Commerce issued an order denying Siddharth Bhatt's export privileges for ten years because he was convicted of illegally trying to export a thermal imaging camera to the UAE without the necessary license. Bhatt, who has addresses in Chicago and Mumbai, was sentenced to probation and fined. The order prohibits him and others acting on his behalf from participating in any transactions involving items subject to export regulations from the U.S. Bhatt can appeal this order within 45 days, but this denial takes immediate effect.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public comments on the extension of a current information collection related to floating marine debris. This involves a Shipboard Observation Form used by organizations and vessels to report visible debris on the ocean. The goal is to improve the understanding and management of marine debris's impact on the U.S. economy and environment. Public comments on the proposed data collection, aimed at refining methods and reducing burden on respondents, will be accepted until March 30, 2021.