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  • 2025-04312 — Records Governing Off-the-Record Communications; Public Notice
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12532
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shared a notice about off-the-record communications. These are communications that are typically not part of official proceedings. Some off-the-record communications are prohibited, meaning they are not considered in Commission decisions unless fairness demands it. Other communications are exempt and do become part of the official record. The notice also lists recent off-the-record communications that have been received, providing guidance on how to access these documents through FERC's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The FERC shared a notice saying that sometimes people talk to them in secret ways that aren't part of official work, and they have to choose which chats to consider and which to ignore, especially if fairness is needed. They also mentioned they've listed some of these chats on their website for people to see.

  • 2021-00885 — Lake Providence Port Commission-Feeder Line Application-Line of Delta Southern Railroad Located in East Carroll and Madison Parishes, La.
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 4170
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Lake Providence Port Commission (LPPC), a non-carrier entity in Louisiana, applied to acquire a 20-mile rail line from Delta Southern Railroad. On December 11, 2020, the Board conditionally accepted the application despite missing financial details, requiring these by December 28, 2020. LPPC submitted the necessary information, including a lease agreement with North Louisiana & Arkansas Railroad, enabling the Board to proceed with a scheduling plan for reviewing the application and any competing interests. This decision was finalized to be effective immediately, with public notice to follow in the Federal Register.

    Simple Explanation

    The Lake Providence Port Commission wants to buy a train track from another company, and the government checked to make sure everything is okay. They needed to show how much money is involved and other details to move forward.

  • 2025-00919 — Product Change-Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage® Negotiated Service Agreement
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 4808
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Postal Service is announcing a request filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new shipping services contract to its list of Negotiated Service Agreements under the Competitive Products category. This contract includes services like Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage®. The formal request was submitted on January 8, 2025, and is part of ongoing updates to the Postal Service's offerings. Relevant documents can be accessed on the Postal Regulatory Commission's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service wants to change some of its shipping services by adding a new contract, which might help different people or businesses send mail more easily or at a different cost. But, we don't know exactly who benefits or how much it might cost, and some of the words they use are a bit tricky to understand.

  • 2025-01921 — Notice of Finding of Mass Influx of Aliens
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8399
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice regarding a mass influx of aliens in the United States. This finding was signed by the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security on January 23, 2025, and is documented under citation 90 FR 8399. The notice outlines the situation and is intended to inform the public and relevant agencies about the significant increase in individuals entering the country.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Homeland Security is saying that lots of people are coming into the country all at once, and they want to let everyone know about it. They haven't said yet how they will handle it.

  • 2025-06554 — Sunshine Act Meetings
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16014
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Postal Service Board of Governors held a special closed meeting on April 11, 2025, at their headquarters in Washington, DC. They discussed various topics, including administrative and personnel matters, as well as an executive session. The Board determined that there was no feasible way to provide public notice before the meeting. The General Counsel certified that the closure of the meeting was in accordance with the Government in the Sunshine Act. Lucy C. Trout, the Acting Secretary, is the contact person for more information.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who run the Post Office had a secret meeting to talk about job stuff and other important topics. They talked in private because they thought it was necessary, and someone checked to make sure this was okay.

  • 2021-02311 — National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; Notice of Closed Meeting
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8205
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) announced a meeting scheduled for February 23, 2021. This meeting will be conducted over the phone and is closed to the public because it will involve discussions that could reveal confidential information or personal details related to grant applications. The committee aims to review and evaluate applications for research funding in areas such as diabetes, digestive diseases, and kidney disorders. The notice was published on short notice due to the timing of the review process.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases is having a secret phone meeting on February 23, 2021, to talk about giving money for science projects on things like diabetes; they can't let just anyone listen because they're talking about private stuff.

  • 2021-01743 — Agency Information Collection Request; 60-Day Public Comment Request
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7310
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is asking for public comments on a proposed change to their information collection process, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This change updates the burden estimates for NEH grant applications, adjusting the total estimated time required from 88,815 to 296,433 hours due to more precise calculations of the time needed to prepare applications, which has increased from 15 to 60 hours per proposal. The NEH invites comments on the necessity and effectiveness of these changes, and responses need to be submitted by March 29, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Endowment for the Humanities wants people to say what they think about a plan where filling out forms to ask for money might take more time than before, and they want to know if this extra time is really needed or if there’s a better way to do it.

  • 2024-28194 — Hamilton Lane Private Assets Fund, Hamilton Lane Private Infrastructure Fund, Hamilton Lane Private Secondary Fund and Hamilton Lane Advisors, L.L.C.
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95256
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice regarding an application from Hamilton Lane Private Assets Fund and related entities. The applicants seek permission for certain investment companies to pay advisory fees using shares of their own common stock. The public can request a hearing on this matter by contacting the SEC by December 20, 2024. Details of the application, including its legal analysis and conditions, are available on the SEC's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The SEC is thinking about letting some companies pay their advisors with shares of their own stock instead of money. If people have opinions about this or want to talk about it, they need to tell the SEC by December 20, 2024.

  • 2021-00947 — Office of the Director Notice of Charter Renewal
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 5225
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The National Institutes of Health has renewed the charter for the National Toxicology Program Special Emphasis Panel for another two years, effective January 7, 2021. This renewal reflects the panel's significance in assisting the NIH with its duties and improving public interest. Inquiries about the renewal can be directed to Claire Harris at the NIH.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Institutes of Health has decided to keep a group called the National Toxicology Program Special Emphasis Panel for two more years to help with their work, starting from January 7, 2021. This group is important because it helps make sure the work they do is good for everyone.

  • 2024-31106 — Product Change-Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage® Negotiated Service Agreement
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106627
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Postal Service has announced a request filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission to include a new domestic shipping services contract in its list of Negotiated Service Agreements under the Competitive Products List. This notice was published on December 30, 2024, and follows guidelines established under U.S. Code 39 sections 3642 and 3632(b)(3). The documents related to this request can be accessed at the commission's website with the specific docket numbers provided.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service wants to add a new deal for shipping packages that is special and different from regular options, and they have told the people in charge about it. They didn't say much about why they want to do this or who else is involved, which might leave people curious.

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