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The Department of Education has released a notice inviting applications for the 2025 fiscal year for the Fulbright-Hays Faculty Research Abroad (FRA) Fellowship Program. This program offers grants to colleges and universities to support fellowships for faculty members conducting research abroad to improve their language skills and area studies expertise. The notice outlines important details regarding eligibility, application requirements, and evaluation criteria, with a focus on research projects in specific world regions and academic fields, as well as promoting equity in access to educational resources. The deadline for application submission is March 10, 2025.

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 Justice has lodged a proposed consent decree with a North Carolina court involving a lawsuit against Pilkington North America, Inc. for violating the Clean Air Act. The company reportedly failed to secure necessary permits and use technology to control pollutants from its glass manufacturing plant. Under the decree, Pilkington will install equipment to control and monitor emissions and will conduct annual tests. Public comments on this proposal are welcome for 30 days following the notice's publication.

The Department of Justice announced a proposed Consent Decree involving Tetra Tech EC Inc. concerning the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard Superfund Site in San Francisco. The decree addresses a claim that Tetra Tech is liable for handling hazardous substances at the site, requiring them to pay $40 million. In return, the U.S. government agrees not to pursue further legal action against Tetra Tech under specific CERCLA sections. The public can review and comment on this decree within 30 days of the notice's publication.

The United States, on behalf of the Department of the Interior and the State of Iowa, is seeking public comments on a proposed settlement with Canadian Pacific Railway (CP). This settlement addresses the damage to natural resources caused by an ethanol spill from a derailed CP train near the Mississippi River in 2015. CP has agreed to pay $282,391 for restoration efforts, and in return, will not face legal action from the trustees for these claims. The public has 30 days from the notice's publication date to submit comments, which can be sent via email or mail.

The Department of Justice has put forward a proposed consent order related to environmental liabilities against Arsynco, Inc. under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). This concerns the cleanup and related costs at a Superfund site in New Jersey. If approved, the consent order will allow the United States government to claim over $9.5 million for past and future expenses, and $8.2 million for natural resource damages. Public comments on this proposal are invited within 60 days of this notice, and the document is available for review online or for purchase as a paper copy.

The Department of Justice announced a proposed legal agreement, or consent decree, in a lawsuit against The Dow Chemical Company, Union Carbide Corp, and Performance Materials, NA, Inc. The lawsuit, filed under the Clean Air Act, accuses these companies of violating environmental regulations at their plants in Louisiana and Texas. The proposed consent decree outlines a requirement for the companies to carry out corrective actions, pay a $3 million fine, and complete environmental projects in Louisiana. The public is invited to comment on this proposal until 30 days after the announcement.

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas is considering a proposed Consent Decree and Settlement Agreement related to alleged Clean Air Act violations by Chesapeake Exploration LLC and Chesapeake Appalachia LLC. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) claims these companies violated air pollution standards at 159 natural gas facilities in Ohio. As part of the agreement, Chesapeake is expected to pay a $1.2 million penalty. Public comments on the settlement are accepted for thirty days and can be submitted via email or mail.

The Department of Justice has lodged a proposed Consent Decree with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri regarding environmental claims at the Madison County Mines Superfund Site. The settlement involves Delta Asphalt, Inc., and aims to resolve contamination-related claims under federal and Missouri state environmental laws. Delta Asphalt will place controls on their property to allow the Environmental Protection Agency and the State to conduct necessary remedial actions. There is a public comment period, and individuals may submit comments and request a public meeting within 30 days of this notice.

The Department of Justice has proposed a consent decree regarding a lawsuit against the Water Supply and Storage Company and the Grand River Ditch, involving damage caused by a ruptured pipe at the Grand River Ditch in Rocky Mountain National Park. Under the decree, the defendants must pay $2,680,000 for response costs and damages, enter an operations and maintenance agreement, and hire a consultant for a maintenance plan. The public can comment on this decree within 30 days of the notice publication. The consent decree is available on the Justice Department's website for those interested.