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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking an extension for an information collection request related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for marine tank vessel loading operations. These standards apply to facilities loading vessels with petroleum or gasoline that exceed specific hazardous air pollutant emissions thresholds. The public has an additional 30 days to comment on this proposed extension, which requires affected entities to respond initially, semiannually, and annually. There are no changes to the estimated burdens or costs as compared to previous assessments since regulations and industry growth have remained stable.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection regarding contracting with resident-owned businesses. This notice provides an additional 30 days for public input, with comments due by January 17, 2025. HUD aims to ensure compliance with specific requirements for contracts, including licenses and certifications, for public housing agencies working with resident-owned businesses. The goal is to enhance the quality and clarity of the information collected while minimizing the burden on those responding to the collection.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the information collection related to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Surface Coating of Metal Cans. This request is part of a routine process required to ensure compliance with air quality standards. The EPA is inviting public comments on this proposal until March 31, 2025. The information collected is crucial for verifying that facilities using significant quantities of surface coatings comply with air pollution regulations.

The Justice Department announced a proposed settlement agreement related to environmental claims against the Western Employers Insurance Company (WEIC) concerning the Pioneer Metals Finishing Superfund Site. The agreement involves WEIC paying $1.2 million to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to resolve claims under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). If approved by the court, the EPA will not pursue additional claims against WEIC and related parties concerning this matter. The public can comment on the settlement by contacting the Assistant Attorney General within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is planning to renew its information collection request (ICR) aimed at helping motor carriers, freight forwarders, and brokers meet financial responsibility requirements. They are seeking public comments on this renewal, which involves specific documentation and forms related to insurance and surety bonds. These include forms demonstrating liability insurance coverage and surety bonds necessary for registration while also discussing updates to forms due to new rules impacting financial responsibilities set to take effect in 2026. This request covers an estimated 200,147 respondents, who must submit information for compliance with FMCSA's requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Helicopters Model AS332L1. This proposed AD stems from the need for new or stricter airworthiness limitations identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). It requires updates to the maintenance manual or instructions for continued airworthiness to prevent unsafe conditions. The proposed rule is open for public comment until May 5, 2025, and seeks to prevent potential loss of helicopter control by ensuring critical components do not fail.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending its information collection request (ICR) for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) related to vinyl chloride. This extension, approved until February 2025, requires input from facilities involved in producing ethylene dichloride, vinyl chloride, and polyvinyl chloride. The EPA has increased its estimated cost and workload due to having more respondents than in previous years. Public comments are open until March 31, 2025, and can be submitted online, by email, or by mail.

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 U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it has filed a lawsuit and proposed a Consent Decree to resolve environmental claims against several companies, including General Dynamics-Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc., related to hazardous substances at a site in Illinois. Under the proposed agreement, these companies will pay for past cleanup costs incurred by the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and share future costs. Additionally, certain federal agencies will reimburse General Dynamics-Ordnance and Tactical Systems, Inc., for their share of these costs. The public is invited to comment on this proposed settlement for 30 days following the announcement.

The Department of Justice lodged a proposed Consent Decree with a Texas court related to environmental damage claims against E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company and The Chemours Company FC, LLC. This decree aims to address damages caused by hazardous substance releases near Beaumont, Texas, requiring the defendants to establish a restoration project, including conservation efforts and monitoring on a 500-acre land. Additionally, the defendants will pay over $198,000 to cover the costs related to the environmental assessment and future project oversight. The public is invited to comment on the decree within 30 days following the notice's publication.