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The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree with The Manitowoc Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries for allegedly violating the Clean Air Act by selling heavy construction equipment with non-compliant diesel engines. As part of the settlement, the companies will pay a $42.6 million fine and undertake a project to address the environmental damage caused by emissions. The public is invited to comment on the proposed decree within 30 days, and details can be accessed online.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is requesting public comments on extending the current information collection related to the monthly report on naturalization papers. This extension is proposed without any changes and is part of complying with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The form, used by court clerks, helps USCIS update records to show new citizens, audit naturalization certificates, and handle reimbursements to courts for naturalization-related expenses. The public is invited to comment on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden related to this data collection by March 15, 2021.

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review issued an interim final rule to clarify the responsibilities of immigration judges when reviewing asylum officers' credible fear and reasonable fear determinations. This rule ensures that judges consider any asylum bars applied by asylum officers as defined by Department of Homeland Security regulations. The changes seek to prevent misunderstandings and maintain consistency with existing legal requirements and processes. Public feedback is requested by January 27, 2025, and the rule takes effect on December 27, 2024.

The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Commerce Department, is inviting public comments on the collection of information related to permits for scientific research and enhancement under the Endangered Species Act. They are specifically looking for input on whether the collected information is useful, the time and cost involved, and how the reporting can be made easier. Comments must be submitted by February 18, 2025, and the feedback will help NOAA in managing information collection more effectively while ensuring that activities have minimal impact on endangered species.

Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. has filed a notice with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to abandon three injection/withdrawal wells at its storage fields in Kansas. The proposed abandonment is expected to cost around $150,000 and will not impact current customers. The Commission has opened the project for public comment, allowing individuals to file protests, motions to intervene, and comments by a specified deadline. All necessary submission procedures and contact information for assistance are provided to ensure public participation.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accepted a proposed consent agreement to address anticompetitive practices by Guardian Service Industries, Inc. The company was found to have used "No-Hire Agreements" that prevented other businesses from hiring its employees, which the FTC claims are unfair methods of competition under federal law. The proposed consent order will make these agreements void and includes measures to inform affected parties. Some FTC commissioners have expressed dissent, arguing that there was insufficient evidence of antitrust violations. The public can submit comments on this proposed agreement until January 6, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a summary of its research programs focused on civil aircraft noise, aiming to inform future aircraft noise policies. The FAA is seeking public feedback on these research initiatives, which cover areas such as the effects of noise on communities, noise modeling, and noise reduction strategies. While the research indicates a decline in noise exposure over the years, it also highlights concerns about increasing operations and the impacts of modern navigation procedures. The public's comments will help shape potential updates to the FAA's noise policies.

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) is seeking to renew an approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information on the disclosure of termination information under its regulations for distress and PBGC-initiated terminations. This notice invites public feedback on this information collection by February 26, 2021. The PBGC estimates that around 70 pension plans will undergo such terminations annually, with requests for information expected from participants or other parties related to approximately 16 of these plans per year. The OMB control number for this collection is 1212-0065, and it expires on March 31, 2021.

The Department of Commerce is asking for public comments on its information collection process related to the National Saltwater Angler Registry Program. This program gathers details from anglers and for-hire fishing vessels, such as names and contact information, to help estimate recreational fishing activities. The document invites comments for 60 days, offers details on how to send them, and describes the registration process, ensuring transparency about respondent obligations and legal authority. Comments will help assess and improve the accuracy and utility of the collection while seeking to minimize any reporting burden on the participants.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking public input on its information collection activities related to vessel identification requirements in the West Coast region. This initiative, guided by the Paperwork Reduction Act, aims to minimize the reporting burden on businesses while ensuring regulatory compliance. Fishing vessels must display identification numbers in specific locations to assist with enforcing conservation laws. Public comments will help evaluate the necessity of this information, its data accuracy, and ways to improve collection and minimize respondent burden.