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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is transferring certain pesticide-related information to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and other parties involved in specific legal cases. This includes details that might be considered Confidential Business Information (CBI) under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). The transfer complies with regulations about disclosing such information in litigation. The documents may include sensitive data on the pesticide tetrachlorvinphos (TCVP), and extra precautions, like a Protective Order, will ensure confidentiality is maintained throughout the court process.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reopening the public comment period for a proposed rule about emissions standards for large municipal waste combustors. Initially published on January 23, 2024, the comment period originally closed on March 25, 2024. Due to the need for more information on the proposed amendments, the comment period has been extended until July 16, 2025, allowing the public to submit their opinions and additional information, including historical pollution data. Comments can be submitted online, via email, fax, mail, or hand delivery, with detailed instructions provided in the notice.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has received a pesticide petition seeking to establish or modify regulations for pesticide residues on various food commodities. The EPA is inviting public comments on the petition by February 12, 2025, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. This action mainly affects those in crop production, food manufacturing, and pesticide manufacturing sectors. The EPA has not yet assessed the sufficiency of the data provided, and more data may be required before making a final decision.

On December 13, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed changes to the rules about emissions from new and modified stationary combustion and gas turbines, focusing on reducing nitrogen oxides. Originally, the public had until March 13, 2025, to comment on this proposal. However, after receiving requests for more time to review, the EPA has reopened the public comment period, extending it an additional 21 days until April 15, 2025. People can submit their comments through various methods mentioned by the EPA, ensuring they include the correct docket ID in their submissions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its plan to allow certain contractors to access information that could be confidential business information (CBI) related to fuel quality programs. This information is important for monitoring compliance with environmental regulations. Contractors involved will sign non-disclosure agreements to ensure the privacy of the data. The public has until February 22, 2021, to submit comments on this action, which should be done preferably via the EPA's website, email, or other specified methods.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requiring manufacturers to submit unpublished health and safety studies on 16 specific chemicals. This rule, effective January 13, 2025, aims to collect important data to help the EPA understand potential risks associated with these chemicals and manage them appropriately under TSCA guidelines, especially for prioritization and risk evaluation purposes. The rule includes details on which studies need to be reported, exemptions, and how to submit the information; it is intended to address market failures by ensuring the EPA can make informed decisions based on actual data rather than assumptions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposal to cancel certain pesticide registrations or amend them to stop specific uses voluntarily. This decision comes after requests from the registrants of these pesticides. The EPA will allow public comments on this proposal until January 17, 2025, before making a final decision. If the proposal is approved, the sale or use of these pesticides would only be permitted under specific conditions as outlined by the EPA.

The United States International Trade Commission is inviting public contributions to its 2025 report on U.S. services trade. This report will offer data on cross-border trade in services for 2019-2023 and transactions by foreign affiliates for 2018-2022. It will focus on professional services like accounting, advertising, and legal services. The Commission plans to release this report online by May 30, 2025, and all submissions must be filed electronically by February 3, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the receipt of new chemical submissions under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including various types of notices and applications related to the manufacture and use of new chemical substances. This notice covers the period from January 1, 2025, to January 31, 2025, and invites public comments by March 26, 2025. Details on these submissions, such as the type of notice, manufacturer, uses, and chemical identity, have been made available online, although some information may be confidential. These updates aim to keep the public informed about the latest chemical reviews and decisions by the EPA.

The U.S. International Trade Commission is conducting an investigation into how foreign censorship affects trade and the economy for U.S. businesses. This investigation, initiated at the request of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance, will include a survey of U.S. businesses and focus on identifying various censorship practices in foreign markets and their impact on trade and investment. The Commission will hold a public hearing, either in person or via video conference, on September 14, 2021, and aims to submit a report to the Committee by July 5, 2022, without including any confidential business information. Written contributions from interested parties are invited, with deadlines set for submissions related to the hearing process.