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The Department of Justice has proposed a change to a Consent Decree related to violations of the Clean Air Act by Ohio Fresh Eggs, LLC and its associated entities. The original decree required the company to reduce pollution from facilities housing egg-laying chickens. The proposed change aims to address continued violations by implementing alternative solutions approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and imposing penalties totaling $5,816,250. The public is invited to comment on this proposal within 30 days of its announcement, and the details can be reviewed on the Department of Justice's website.

The United States Department of Justice filed a complaint against XCL Resources Holdings, Verdun Oil Company II, and EP Energy, alleging that they violated the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act by assuming control over EP Energy before completing the required regulatory waiting period. They were accused of illegal coordination, including halting drilling activities and sharing sensitive information, which caused supply shortages and market disruptions. To resolve these allegations, the companies agreed to pay a civil penalty totaling over $5.6 million and implement compliance measures to prevent future violations. The court will oversee the agreement to ensure it aligns with public interest standards.

The Department of Justice's U.S. Marshals Service intends to submit a request to continue using the CSO-005 Preliminary Background Check Form. This form is essential for gathering information on applicants for Court Security Officer and Special Security Officer roles. The DOJ invites public comments on whether the form is necessary, its estimated burden, and if the data collection methods could be improved. The public has until April 4, 2025, to submit feedback.

The Department of Justice has extended the public comment period for a proposed consent decree involving Home Depot by 30 days. This extension gives the public until February 22, 2021, to submit their comments. The lawsuit claims Home Depot violated the Toxic Substances Control Act by performing renovations without using EPA-certified firms. The proposed agreement requires Home Depot to pay a $20,750,000 penalty and start a compliance program.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree in the lawsuit United States v. Midwest Can Company for violations under the Clean Air Act. The company will have to conduct additional testing on its portable fuel containers and pay a $1.7 million penalty. A public comment period is now open where people can submit feedback on the decree until 30 days after this notice's publication date. The Consent Decree is accessible online and in print for a fee.

The Department of Justice has proposed a legal agreement, known as a consent decree, with US Magnesium LLC and other parties. This agreement aims to resolve violations of environmental laws at a magnesium production facility in Utah. The consent decree calls for significant changes to the facility to reduce its environmental impact, including building a filtration plant and paying a $250,000 penalty. The public can comment on this proposal until 30 days after the notice’s publication.

The Department of Justice has implemented a final rule to define the functions of the Office of the Executive Secretariat as a distinct part of the department. This Office, created in August 2023, will manage the review and approval of important documents and correspondence within the department and ensure they are processed efficiently. The rule is categorized as a change in agency organization and management, exempting it from typical procedures like prior notice or public comment. It does not have significant regulatory or economic impacts on small entities, states, or federalism.

The Department of Justice's Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking public comments on a new information collection proposal. They aim to revise existing forms (DEA Forms 224 and 224A) to include emergency medical services (EMS) agencies under the Controlled Substances Act. This change would allow EMS agencies to register to handle controlled substances in line with state law. The comment period is open for 30 days, during which people can share their thoughts on the proposal's necessity, accuracy, and possible burden on those required to respond.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree with a court to settle a lawsuit involving the United States, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and FMC Corporation over natural resource damages at a site in Front Royal, Virginia. FMC Corporation will pay over $1.6 million, with most going to the U.S. government's fund for environmental restoration projects, and part to Virginia for similar purposes. Four federal agencies are also involved in the settlement, contributing nearly $2.5 million for restoration projects. The agreement includes a period for public comment and protects the parties from further liability related to this issue as of the settlement date.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), part of the Department of Justice (DOJ), plans to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget. This request, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act, aims to revise the collection of information for the ATF Citizens' Academy Application form. The revision includes updating the estimated number of respondents and their related time burden for completing the form, which has decreased from previous years. The public is invited to provide comments on the proposal, particularly concerning the accuracy, utility, and the reduction of respondent burden.