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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking for nominees to join the Commercial Air Tour Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) to help increase the safety of commercial air tours. This committee was set up in response to the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 and will provide advice and recommendations for creating new safety regulations. Nominees must meet specific eligibility criteria, such as representing the industry or having expertise in aviation safety. Nominations must be submitted by February 28, 2025, and should include a resume, a statement of how the nominee can contribute, and relevant experience or credentials.

The Maritime Administration, part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking nominations for membership in the U.S. Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee (MTSNAC). This committee provides advice and recommendations to the Maritime Administrator on improving the efficiency of maritime transportation, including short sea shipping and other related areas. Members will be selected based on their expertise, experience, and willingness to serve, ensuring a balanced representation of various maritime interests. The deadline for applications is February 8, 2021, though applications may continue to be accepted to fill any vacancies during the term.

The National Park Service is seeking public comments on the historical significance of certain properties nominated for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. These nominations were submitted before December 19, 2020, and feedback must be provided by January 21, 2021. The properties are located in various states, including Arizona, California, and Texas, and nominations were received from State or Tribal Historic Preservation Officers. Comments can be submitted electronically or via U.S. Postal Service.

FinCEN, part of the U.S. Treasury, is seeking nominations for new members to join the Bank Secrecy Act Advisory Group (BSAAG) for three-year terms. They are inviting financial institutions, trade groups, and non-federal regulators or law enforcement agencies located in the U.S. These members will provide insights on compliance with laws like the Corporate Transparency Act and other regulations. Interested organizations can submit their nominations by January 6, 2025, and must include specific information about their eligibility and the value they bring to the group.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is looking for people to join the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC). This committee, which can have up to 20 members, includes experts from various fields such as microbiology and genetics, as well as consumers. Nominations for new members are open until July 1, 2025. Members are expected to bring diverse viewpoints and will serve terms of up to four years.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting nominations for individuals to serve on the Manufactured Housing Consensus Committee (MHCC). This committee advises on manufactured housing standards and regulations. The Secretary of HUD will appoint 22 members, 21 with voting rights, from three categories: producers, users, and general interest/public officials. Nominations must be submitted by January 2, 2025, and previous applicants do not need to reapply.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Forest Service is seeking nominations for the Secure Rural School Resource Advisory Committees (SRS RACs). These committees help improve relationships between people who use national forests and provide advice on forest-related projects and funding. The committees will include 15 members who represent different interest groups, serving four-year terms without pay. Interested nominees need to submit a completed application by April 17, 2025, and can find more information on how to apply through the USDA's website.

The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) plans to set up a committee to help create a new rule that supports the Self-Governance PROGRESS Act, which aims to improve self-governance for Indian Tribes. They're asking for public comments and nominations for committee members who will represent affected interests, primarily from Tribal and Federal governments. The committee will consist of 15 to 25 members, meeting over 6 to 12 months, and is tasked with developing regulations to update existing rules about the DOI's Self-Governance Program. The DOI will cover reasonable travel expenses for committee members if needed.

The National Park Service is inviting public comments on the significance of certain properties that were nominated for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places before February 13, 2021. Comments can be submitted electronically by March 9, 2021, and details on how to submit are provided. The nominations include properties in several states such as Arizona, California, Georgia, and Texas, among others. The notice emphasizes that personal information in comments may be made publicly available, although there is an option to request withholding of such information.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting public nominations for experts to serve as ad hoc reviewers for the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC). These reviewers will help evaluate the EPA's technical support documents concerning various phthalates, including BBP, DBP, DEHP, DIBP, and DCHP. The evaluations will consider aspects like human health risks, environmental exposure, and cumulative risks associated with these chemicals. The EPA plans to conduct a virtual public meeting in spring 2025, and nominations must be submitted by January 2, 2025.