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The Department of Education is inviting applications for the Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who Are Blind (OIB) Program for fiscal year 2025. This program aims to provide training and technical assistance to state agencies and service providers to improve services and support for older adults who are blind, focusing on independence and self-sufficiency. Applicants have until March 17, 2025, to apply, and the funding available is estimated at $599,706 for a single cooperative agreement that will run for up to 60 months.

The Department of Education announced an opportunity for public agencies and private non-profits to apply for grants to operate Equity Assistance Centers. These centers will provide technical help to schools on developing desegregation plans, ensuring all students have a safe and equitable learning environment, and addressing issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. The department plans to fund four centers, one in each geographic region outlined, and encourages applications from entities that have not received similar grants recently. Applying organizations must follow specific guidelines and should aim to improve knowledge, change policies, and enhance the capacity to support equal educational opportunities.

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has started a review to decide whether removing the antidumping duty on refined brown aluminum oxide from China would harm the U.S. industry. This review is part of the Tariff Act of 1930, and the USITC is asking interested parties to provide information by specific deadlines. The notice includes instructions on how to participate, submit information, and outlines various criteria to be considered during the review process. The aim is to assess the potential impacts on U.S. producers if these duties are lifted.

The Department of Defense, General Services Administration, and NASA are seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend a requirement for subcontracting plans as part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation. These plans ensure that large contracts provide opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by veterans, women, or disadvantaged groups. Contractors must report their subcontracting activities annually in the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System. Despite public comment suggesting that the requirement is burdensome, it remains necessary under current law.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approved new information collection requirements that allow the use of unlicensed devices in the 6 GHz band and establish new rules for broadband operations in the 900 MHz band. The rules are part of FCC's efforts to expand wireless services and enable broadband deployment. The compliance date for these changes, which will require modifications to existing procedures and forms, is February 19, 2021. These changes aim to promote the efficient use of spectrum and support innovative wireless technologies.

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 Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is proposing a new rule that would require all alcohol beverage labels to include a standardized "Alcohol Facts" statement. This label would disclose the per-serving alcohol content, calories, and nutritional information for wines, distilled spirits, and malt beverages. The proposal aims to help consumers make more informed decisions by providing them with vital product information on the label. TTB plans to allow five years for compliance, giving producers time to adjust their labels accordingly.

The Department of Education is inviting applications for the 2021 fiscal year for the Promise Neighborhoods (PN) Program. It aims to enhance educational and developmental outcomes for children in distressed U.S. communities. The program focuses on offering a range of high-quality services to ensure school readiness, high school graduation, and readiness for higher education and careers. Interested applicants should check eligibility requirements and be prepared to meet specific application criteria, including submitting a memorandum of understanding with partnering organizations.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is proposing a new rule to update the overdraft policy requirements for federal credit unions. This rule aims to remove the current 45-day limit for members to resolve overdrafts and instead require that the policy sets a reasonable and universally applicable time frame. This change is intended to provide more flexibility for credit unions and their members, especially considering the impacts of COVID-19. The proposal also introduces a cross-reference to Regulation E to ensure compliance with existing federal requirements for overdraft services.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve updates to Kansas's State Implementation Plan (SIP) and Operating Permits Program. The revisions involve new fee schedules for Class I and Class II operating permits to ensure adequate funding and consistent regulations with federal standards. The EPA states these changes will not negatively affect air quality and invites public comments on this proposal until February 14, 2025. Additionally, the proposal includes specific revisions to fee structures and emission inventory requirements for operating permits starting from calendar year 2025.