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The Department of Labor (DOL) is asking for public comments on a proposed information collection concerning blasting operations and the use of explosives. This notice is part of a process where the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) seeks approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The DOL emphasizes that this collection is important for employee safety, ensuring accountability for explosives, and maintaining compliance with federal regulations. They want feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, the accuracy of their burden estimates, and suggestions to minimize the impact on businesses.

The State Department has approved the use of up to $16 million for foreign assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. This money will support countries participating in the Multinational Security Support mission in Haiti. The decision, authorized by Deputy Secretary of State Richard R. Verma, was made possible by overriding other legal provisions. This determination will be reported to Congress and published in the Federal Register.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is inviting public comments on its proposal to continue the approval of information collection requirements related to commercial diving operations. The aim is to ensure these requirements remain beneficial for both employers and employees by reducing paperwork and improving safety. OSHA is particularly seeking feedback on the necessity and efficiency of these information collections, as well as ways to make them less burdensome for employers. The deadline for submitting comments is March 7, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a new rule to allow geostationary satellites in the fixed-satellite service (FSS) to use the 17.3-17.8 GHz band in a space-to-Earth direction, which could improve satellite communications in the U.S. The proposal includes technical safeguards to prevent interference with existing services, like broadcasting and fixed services. The FCC is also suggesting updates to relevant rules, defining an extended Ka-band, and easing the licensing process for satellite operations in these frequencies. They invite comments from the public and industry stakeholders to ensure that the changes balance innovation with protecting current users of the spectrum.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved changes proposed by ICE Clear Credit LLC (ICC) to its Treasury Operations Policies and Procedures. These changes aim to improve the clarity and accuracy of the Treasury Policy by adding details, correcting errors, and aligning it with current practices. Key revisions include new criteria for settlement banks to provide liquidity information and updates to investment guidelines for better flexibility and security. These amendments are designed to enhance the efficiency and safeguarding of financial transactions handled by ICC.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking the public for feedback on extending the approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information related to the safety standards for special dipping and coating operations. They are focused on ensuring that the data collection helps reduce work-related injuries and deaths while being easy for businesses to manage. Feedback must be submitted by May 12, 2025, and can be given through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. OSHA is particularly interested in insights on the necessity, accuracy, and impact of these information collection requirements.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the request for public comments on the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for leather finishing operations. This rule applies to facilities that are major sources of hazardous air pollutants. As part of the Information Collection Request (ICR), which is approved through 2025, this extension allows an additional 30 days for public comments, beyond the initial 60-day period announced in May 2023. The EPA is collecting this information to ensure that leather finishing facilities comply with environmental regulations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on a proposed extension of the information collection regarding the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Wood Furniture Manufacturing Operations. This request is part of the agency’s efforts to ensure compliance with existing emission standards and involves maintaining records of certain polluting materials. Comments can be submitted until March 31, 2025. The current standards apply to both major and minor sources within the wood furniture manufacturing sector, and EPA estimates that the cost of compliance is about $2,020,000 per year.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking an extension for an information collection request related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for marine tank vessel loading operations. These standards apply to facilities loading vessels with petroleum or gasoline that exceed specific hazardous air pollutant emissions thresholds. The public has an additional 30 days to comment on this proposed extension, which requires affected entities to respond initially, semiannually, and annually. There are no changes to the estimated burdens or costs as compared to previous assessments since regulations and industry growth have remained stable.

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, part of the Interior Department, has announced a proposal to renew an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection concerns the bond and insurance requirements for companies involved in surface coal mining and reclamation operations. They are seeking public comments on aspects such as the necessity, timeliness, and accuracy of this collection process. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their feedback by February 4, 2025.