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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has asked for approval to extend an information collection request for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Secondary Lead Smelter Industry. This extension is needed to ensure compliance with regulations that affect entities recovering lead from materials like used car batteries. Public comments about this proposal can be sent until March 31, 2025. The estimated cost of these activities is $2,750,000 per year, involving around 19,900 hours of work from 11 facilities.

The Farm Credit Administration has introduced a final rule adjusting civil money penalties (CMPs) for inflation, in line with the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as updated. This adjustment ensures that penalties retain their deterrent effect and compliance is maintained with the Farm Credit Act and Flood Disaster Protection Act. The new maximum daily penalties for specific violations have been increased, such as $2,904 for violating a final order and $1,313 for breaching the Farm Credit Act, effective January 15, 2025. These changes, driven by mandatory annual updates, aim to keep CMPs in line with inflation without needing a public comment process.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is proposing updates to the rules governing operational contract support (OCS) outside the United States. These changes aim to broaden the scenarios where contracted support can be used, improve accountability and reporting of contractor personnel, and clarify the responsibilities of those involved. The updated rule seeks to enhance integration and oversight of contracted support as a vital defense capability, addressing areas identified as high-risk by the Government Accountability Office. Overall, these efforts intend to minimize wastage and improve the effectiveness of military operations supported by contractors.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to submit an Information Collection Request related to the distribution of Off-Site Consequence Analysis information under the Clean Air Act. This request will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget according to the Paperwork Reduction Act. The EPA is inviting public comments on various aspects of this proposed information collection, which is an extension of a current collection approved until November 30, 2025. This request is part of regulations intended to prevent, detect, and respond to accidental chemical releases and to share information with state and local agencies as well as the general public.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is seeking public comments on extending the current information collection requirements about potential defects in motor vehicles and equipment. This extension, without changes, aims to continue gathering crucial data to quickly identify safety-related issues. Public comments are welcome until March 17, 2025, and can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. The feedback will help ensure that the information collection remains useful and efficient in enhancing vehicle safety.

The Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree with PennEnergy Resources, LLC, related to a lawsuit over Clean Air Act violations at its facilities in Pennsylvania. The alleged violations involve improper design and maintenance of vapor control systems, leading to air pollution. Under the decree, PennEnergy must enhance its facilities' systems, undertake an environmental project, and pay a $2 million penalty. The public can comment on this decree within 30 days, and the details are available on the Justice Department's website.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on its plan to extend a data collection process related to funding opportunity announcements. This request, under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, involves gathering information from various public and private entities to ensure grants are given to the most suitable applicants. The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management (OASAM) sponsors this collection, which currently has OMB Control Number 1225-0086. Comments are being accepted until April 29, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to Nora Hernandez for more information or to submit feedback.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget to continue collecting information under Rule 17Ad-11. This rule requires transfer agents to report specific discrepancies in securities records and other matters to the SEC and relevant regulatory bodies. The Commission estimates the industry-wide annual time burden is minimal, amounting to about 0.5 hours or a cost of $39 per report. Public comments on the necessity and burden of this information collection are invited until March 31, 2025.

The Cboe Exchange, Inc. has submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding their "Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees" for 2025. This proposal sets the fee rate at $0.000022 per executed equivalent share and is designed to take immediate effect. The Commission is seeking feedback on this change, inviting the public to submit comments electronically or by mail before January 27, 2025. The full details are available on both the Cboe and SEC websites.

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.