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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is holding a public meeting for the SEDAR 87 Assessment Webinar V to review data on the Gulf of Mexico's white, pink, and brown shrimp. The meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025, and will be held online. This is part of a comprehensive assessment process involving workshops and webinars, aimed at evaluating fish stocks and providing recommendations for future research and management. Participants will include various experts, stakeholders, and representatives from related governmental and non-governmental organizations.

New England Hydropower Company, LLC has transferred the Albion Dam Hydroelectric Project to Albion Hydro, LLC. This project, located on the Blackstone River between Cumberland and Lincoln in Rhode Island, had initially been exempt from requiring a license. This exemption transfer does not need approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Albion Hydro, LLC is now responsible for the project, and all related correspondence should be addressed to their CEO, Michael C. Kerr.

The Postal Service has announced that it has submitted a request to the Postal Regulatory Commission. This request is to add a new shipping services contract to a special list called the Negotiated Service Agreements under the Competitive Products List. The contract involves Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage services. Details of the filing can be accessed via the Commission's website.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval of information collection requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The focus is on the Agricultural Marketing Service, which oversees standards for grains and other commodities. These requirements involve recordkeeping and reporting to ensure quality control and proper marketing, with associated burdens and procedures outlined for various stakeholders. Comments on these proposals are invited and should be submitted by April 21, 2025, to enhance quality and reduce unnecessary burdens.

The Postal Service has announced their intent to file a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission. This request seeks to add a domestic shipping services contract to the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List under the category of Negotiated Service Agreements. The official request was filed on December 30, 2024, and information related to it can be found on the Commission's website.

The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it has canceled the license for LongueVue Capital Partners II, LP to operate as a small business investment company. This decision was made under the authority granted by the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 and relevant federal regulations. Thomas Morris, the Director of Patient Capital Investments at the SBA, issued this notice.

The Postal Service has announced a plan to add a new domestic shipping services contract to its list of Negotiated Service Agreements in the Competitive Products List. This involves incorporating Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage® into the agreement. The proposal was filed with the Postal Regulatory Commission on November 26, 2024, and details can be accessed on their website. For further information, interested parties can contact Sean C. Robinson.

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), part of the Department of Transportation, has withdrawn a proposed rule regarding the investigation of railroad accidents and incidents. The rule, initially published in October 2024, aimed to establish a standard process for information gathering and consultation with stakeholders during investigations. The decision to retract follows two negative comments criticizing insufficiencies and potential issues, including vague definitions and conflicts with existing practices. The withdrawal allows FRA to revisit the proposal and work with stakeholders to address concerns.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) decided to withdraw a proposed rule that was aimed at adding a new requirement for terminal disclaimers to address nonstatutory double patenting. This proposal was initially published in the Federal Register on May 10, 2024, and received over 300 comments during the open comment period, which ended on July 9, 2024. After considering the feedback and due to resource constraints, the USPTO chose not to proceed with this rule at the moment. However, they acknowledged the input from stakeholders and emphasized their commitment to maintaining a balanced and reliable intellectual property system.

The Foreign-Trade Zones Board has approved the establishment of a subzone at the facilities of Port Arthur LNG, LLC, located in Port Arthur and Jefferson County, Texas. This decision was made after the Board reviewed an application from the Foreign-Trade Zone of Southeast Texas, Inc., and ensured all requirements were met according to U.S. regulations. The subzone status allows the area to be recognized as part of a foreign-trade zone, which is intended to facilitate foreign commerce. The approval is documented and subject to conditions set by the FTZ Act and associated regulations.