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  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 104468
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    In a proposed rule document related to changes in airspace classification for Colusa County Airport, a correction has been noted. The document, originally published on November 29, 2024, was mistakenly placed in the "Rules" section of the Federal Register. It should have been published under the "Proposed Rules" section instead. This correction ensures proper categorization and reference for regulatory processes.

    Simple Explanation

    The government made a small mix-up when it put a paper about Colusa County Airport's flying rules in the wrong section of its official rule book. They're fixing it so it's in the right place and easier for people to find and understand.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 104510
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has proposed changes to the rules for positive train control (PTC) systems. These changes aim to set strict guidelines for when trains can operate safely without PTC, such as during repairs or upgrades. The FRA found current regulations don't sufficiently cover times when PTC systems aren't in use. The public has until January 11, 2025, to submit comments on these proposed rule changes.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to make special rules for trains so they can still run safely when high-tech safety systems are turned off for fixes or upgrades. They are asking people to share their thoughts about this, but only for a short time until January 11, 2025.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 10882
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule to establish Class E airspace at Crooked Creek Airport in Crooked Creek, Alaska. This airspace, starting 700 feet above the earth's surface, is designed to support new navigation procedures and ensure safe aircraft operations. The proposal includes a 2-mile radius of airspace around the airport, with specific exclusions for certain military areas. Public comments on this proposed rule are invited and must be submitted by April 9, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to create a special flying space above a small airport in Alaska to help planes fly safely and use new tools, and they're asking people to share their thoughts about this idea by April 9, 2021.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 15213
    Reading Time:about 34 minutes

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed a rule to approve part of Louisiana's State Implementation Plan (SIP) for meeting air quality standards related to sulfur dioxide (SOâ‚‚), following the Clean Air Act guidelines. The plan addresses interstate air pollution transport, ensuring emissions from Louisiana do not significantly harm air quality in neighboring states. The EPA's review found no significant contribution to air pollution issues in nearby states and supports the proposal to approve Louisiana's SIP. Public comments on this proposal are invited until May 9, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The EPA wants to make sure that the air pollution from Louisiana doesn't travel to other states and make their air dirty. They checked Louisiana's plan to keep the air clean and think it's a good plan, so they're asking people to say if they agree or not.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 2636
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a correction to a previously published proposed rule related to incidental takes of marine mammals during U.S. Navy construction activities at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia. The correction changes the deadline for written comments from "January 20, 2021" to "January 21, 2021." This update aims to ensure that the public has accurate information regarding when comments on the proposed rule are due.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants people to give their opinions about a plan that might affect sea animals when the Navy works on a project in Virginia. They fixed a mistake in their notice by changing the date when people can send in their thoughts about this plan from January 20 to January 21.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 14055
    Reading Time:about 10 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a new rule for certain Boeing 777 airplanes due to reports of wire damage in the plane's sidewall lights. This proposed rule would require visual inspections to identify and fix any chafing issues, ensuring safety by preventing possible electrical hazards. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback by May 12, 2025, and the FAA highlights that this proposal is based on ensuring safe flight operations as mandated by U.S. law. The FAA believes that this rule won't significantly affect small businesses or state relationships.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA wants to make sure some Boeing 777 planes are super safe by checking and fixing any problems with the wires that light up the inside of the planes, so nothing bad happens. They are asking people to share their thoughts about this new safety plan.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9304
    Reading Time:about 18 minutes

    On November 30, 2018, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) proposed new rules to change how swap execution facilities (SEFs) operate. Based on feedback, they decided not to proceed with many of these changes as they could complicate the market and increase costs. Instead, the CFTC is focusing on specific, smaller updates to improve SEF regulations without causing major disruptions. This decision reflects the Commission's intention to make changes that are more measured and less controversial.

    Simple Explanation

    The CFTC thought about changing some rules to make trading a certain way on big swaps platforms better, but after listening to feedback, they decided to go with smaller changes instead, to keep things simple and not make trading more confusing or expensive.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 12693
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced that it received a petition for rulemaking from the American Apparel & Footwear Association. The petition requests changes to allow digital labeling of apparel, pursuant to the authority under the Wool Act and Fiber Act. The FTC has published the petition online and is inviting public comments until April 18, 2025. The comments will help the FTC decide whether to take further action on the petition.

    Simple Explanation

    The FTC got a special request from a clothing group to make rules for using digital labels on clothes, and they want everyone to share their thoughts about it before they decide what to do next.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:89 FR 102022
    Reading Time:about 45 minutes

    The Bureau of Prisons within the Justice Department has issued a supplemental notice proposing updates to the Inmate Financial Responsibility Program. This program helps inmates manage and pay off financial obligations like court fees and child support while they are incarcerated. The proposal includes changes such as encouraging inmates to pay a portion of outside deposits towards their financial responsibilities, while also prioritizing family support obligations. Public comments on these proposed updates are welcomed until February 18, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The rules about how inmates pay off their money debts while in prison, like court fees or child support, are getting updated so that they might pay using some money sent from outside. People can comment on these changes, and though some parts are hard to understand, they aim to make sure inmates can still help their families.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 10877
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a petition from the Louisiana Educational Television Authority to change the channel of station KLTM-TV in Monroe, Louisiana, from channel 13 to channel 29. The request aims to improve TV reception issues that viewers have experienced since 2009 by moving the station to a different broadcast frequency. The proposed change is supported by engineering evaluations, which confirm that the new channel would enhance signal quality without causing interference. The public can submit comments on this change until March 17, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FCC is thinking about changing the TV channel number for a station in Monroe, Louisiana, to help people watch it better; they're asking folks to share their thoughts on this plan by March 17, 2025.

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