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The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a teleconference meeting for the Hawai'i Advisory Committee on January 27, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Hawaiian Time. The meeting's goal is to review an outline of a report related to COVID-19 and its impact on Pacific Islander communities. Members of the public are invited to join the meeting using the provided call-in details and may submit comments within 30 days afterward. The meeting's records will be available for public viewing online both before and after the event.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is holding a series of virtual meetings from March 1 to March 5, 2021, due to COVID-19 concerns. The meetings will include various committees such as Law Enforcement, Habitat and Ecosystem-Based Management, Mackerel Cobia, Snapper Grouper, and others. A formal public comment session is scheduled, and the Council will discuss issues like amendments for fishery management plans, the impact of COVID-19 on fisheries data collection, and updates on electronic reporting. Participants need to register for the webinar to attend the meetings.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a meeting for the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC) scheduled for April 14-15, 2021, which will be held virtually. This meeting, open to the public, will focus on topics like the role of clinical laboratories during the COVID-19 pandemic and updates from relevant health agencies. Public comments can be submitted prior to the meeting. CLIAC provides advice to authorities regarding laboratory standards and practices, especially in light of technological advancements.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has decided to end its rulemaking process concerning COVID-19 exposure in healthcare settings. Originally, OSHA issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) in 2021 to protect healthcare workers from COVID-19, but with the COVID-19 public health emergency over, OSHA believes a standard focusing on broader infectious diseases is more appropriate for long-term worker protection. Instead of finalizing a separate COVID-19 regulation, OSHA will concentrate resources on creating comprehensive rules addressing various infectious diseases, including COVID-19, to better safeguard healthcare workers.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced a public board meeting to be held on January 19, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Due to COVID-19 concerns, the meeting will be webcast live online for public viewing. The board will cover various topics, including the final rule on the role of supervisory guidance, and proposed rule changes regarding securities offerings. Further information can be obtained from the Deputy Executive Secretary, Ms. Debra A. Decker.

The National Institutes of Health is holding a public meeting on March 3, 2021, through Zoom, organized by the Diabetes Mellitus Interagency Coordinating Committee (DMICC). The meeting will focus on the topic "COVID-19 and Diabetes," offering a platform for different government entities to discuss ongoing and future diabetes programs. Interested individuals can submit oral comments by contacting the designated person at least five days before the meeting. Participation is open to the public, and details for registration can be found on the DMICC website.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a virtual meeting at 9:30 am on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. The meeting will focus on an aviation investigation report about a rapid descent incident involving Island Express Helicopters Inc. and a Sikorsky S-76B in Calabasas, California, on January 26, 2020. The public can view the meeting via webcast, and updates on possible changes due to COVID-19 or weather will be available on the NTSB website. For more information, contact Candi Bing or reach out to the media contacts Keith Holloway and Eric Weiss.

Prairie State Solar, LLC has submitted an application for market-based rate authority, which includes a request for blanket approval for future securities issuance and liability assumptions, to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). In this supplemental notice, FERC has outlined the procedure for filing interventions or protests, emphasizing electronic submission through their website. The deadline for filing any protests regarding this application is March 15, 2021. Due to COVID-19, FERC's Public Reference Room is closed, but documents can be accessed online.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a public meeting of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) scheduled for April 15-16, 2025. This meeting will discuss various vaccines, including those for chikungunya, COVID-19, and influenza, among others, as well as provide an update on the current measles outbreak. Public comments can be submitted in writing between March 31 and April 11, 2025, and there will be opportunities for oral public comments during the meeting. The meeting will be webcast live, and additional details about participation and the agenda are available on the ACIP website.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has issued an interim final rule allowing the collection of wage data for the Federal Wage System through various methods such as phone, mail, and electronic means, rather than just in-person visits. This rule aims to provide more flexibility in gathering accurate wage data amidst challenges posed by COVID-19. The rule was implemented based on recommendations from the Federal Prevailing Rate Advisory Committee and a request from the Department of Defense. Public comments are invited on this change until March 31, 2021, but the rule is already in effect temporarily due to urgency.