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The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is asking for public comments on renewing and revising existing rules for tracking and managing how lawyers and agents behave while representing clients. This involves keeping accurate records about client properties and reporting any misconduct. These rules help maintain the integrity of professional conduct in the USPTO and can lead to suspensions or other penalties if violated. Public comments are invited to evaluate the necessity and efficiency of these rules, with a deadline for submissions set for May 12, 2025.

The Federal Communications Commission's Enforcement Bureau has suspended Issa Asad from the federal Lifeline program and other federal universal service support mechanisms due to fraud. Asad, the CEO of Q Link Wireless, admitted to defrauding the Lifeline program by submitting false claims, leading to him and his company benefiting unlawfully. Following his conviction, the Bureau will begin proceedings to debar Asad from future participation in these programs for at least three years. Anyone wishing to oppose this suspension can submit documentation within 30 days of receiving the notification.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on the renewal of the information collection request (ICR) related to the Clean Water Act Section 404 State-Assumed Programs. This ICR is under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and is set to expire on February 28, 2025. The document outlines the responsibilities of states and tribes in managing the Section 404 permit program, which regulates discharges into US waters. The EPA estimates that three states will administer the program during the next three years, affecting about 15,237 permit applicants, with total annual costs of approximately $6.6 million.

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 Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is setting up a new program called the Dietary Supplement Laboratory Quality Assurance Program (DSQAP) Consortium. This program aims to improve the accuracy and safety of dietary supplements by developing better testing and measurement methods. NIST is inviting organizations to join the Consortium by sharing their expertise, like analytical testing skills or unique industry knowledge, on a voluntary basis. Participants will sign a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA), though non-CRADA options exist for those unable to enter such agreements due to legal or governmental constraints.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is requesting public comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection related to "Representative and Address Provisions." According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, they are inviting comments to be submitted before March 16, 2021. The collection includes various forms and procedures for managing power of attorney and correspondence addresses related to patent applications. USPTO is seeking feedback on the necessity, burden, and efficacy of the information collection methods, including electronic submission options.

The Postal Service has established new rules for packaging hazardous materials in mail, aiming to improve safety and reduce incidents. These changes include requiring specific rigid outer packaging for hazardous shipments and removing quantity restrictions for certain nonregulated toxic materials. Additionally, they align with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's decision by removing the telephone number requirement from the lithium battery mark. The rule aims to reduce complexity and maintain clarity while ensuring the safety of postal employees and customers.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking public comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection related to the Fastener Quality Act Insignia Recordal, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This initiative allows industrial fasteners to bear identifiable insignias, mandating manufacturers to register these with the USPTO to safeguard against counterfeit sales. Comments should be submitted by March 16, 2021, to help the agency assess the necessity and effectiveness of this information collection process.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is considering an application from Arizona Public Service Company to approve the indirect transfer of certain licenses for the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. This involves transferring possession-only rights from the Public Service Company of New Mexico to Avangrid Inc., making PNM and its parent company indirect subsidiaries of Avangrid. The NRC assures that the transfer will not impact PNM's responsibilities or the qualifications needed to hold the license. Public comments on the matter must be submitted by February 26, 2021, and anyone interested may request a hearing or petition to intervene by February 16, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of an existing information collection request concerning the NESHAP standards for epoxy resin and non-nylon polyamide production. This notice, published on February 24, 2021, invites public comments until March 26, 2021. The submission includes details about reporting and recordkeeping requirements for affected facilities and estimates that there are seven affected facilities, with a total annual burden of 3,940 hours and a total estimated cost of $476,000. There are no changes in the estimated burden from the previous approval, but the costs have increased slightly due to updated financial indices.