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The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has released preliminary findings on countervailable subsidies for crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells from China, covering the period from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022. The review indicates that subsidies were granted to producers and exporters of these solar products, and some companies had no entries of the merchandise during the review period, leading to a partial rescission of the review. Interested parties are encouraged to submit comments on the findings and to request a hearing if necessary. The results will affect duties and cash deposit rates for companies involved.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final determination that certain paper plates from China are being sold in the U.S. at less than fair value, covering a period from July 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The agency has instructed U.S. Customs and Border Protection to suspend liquidation and require cash deposits for these imports, with specific rates and conditions for various companies involved. Additionally, the investigation concluded that critical circumstances exist for some companies, potentially leading to retroactive duties. The final determination will now be reviewed by the U.S. International Trade Commission to decide if these imports harm U.S. industries.

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a final decision that paper plates from Vietnam are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices. This decision applies for sales between July and December 2023. The Department found that, while most Vietnamese producers are affected, Go-Pak Vietnam is an exception and not subject to critical circumstances. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection will collect deposits from importers for anticipated antidumping duties to ensure fair competition.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve revisions to the Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) portion of Arizona's state implementation plan. This includes full approval of seven rules for the preconstruction permitting of new and modified pollution sources in Maricopa County, ensuring they meet federal air quality standards. The EPA is seeking public comments on this proposal until March 25, 2021, before making a final decision. Through these approvals, the EPA aims to support air quality management in accordance with the Clean Air Act.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve two revised rules for the Mendocino County Air Quality Management District as part of California's State Implementation Plan (SIP). These rule changes address deficiencies previously identified by the EPA concerning air pollution permits for new and modified stationary sources. The proposal aims to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act by incorporating necessary requirements into local rules. The public is invited to comment on this proposal until March 24, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on a proposed extension for collecting information related to pesticide use, as required by specific sections of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This process involves collecting information from various entities like states and federal agencies about emergency exemptions for unregistered pesticide use and special local needs for additional pesticide uses. The current approval for this information collection expires on February 28, 2021, and the EPA is offering an additional 30-day period for public feedback. The estimated annual burden for respondents, which include state and federal government agencies and agricultural chemical manufacturers, is 25,753 hours, costing a total of $1,829,103.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced a technical conference on March 20, 2025, via conference call, to discuss cost submissions by Other Federal Agencies (OFAs) related to Part I of the Federal Power Act. Participants will review the submitted costs and any supporting documents. The conference aims to provide a platform for OFAs and licensees to discuss these costs, and it will be transcribed for interested parties. For accessibility or additional inquiries, contact information was provided in the notice.

The Department of Defense (DoD) is asking for public comments on their plan to extend a current information collection requirement, as part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) for contract financing related to foreign military sales. This extension is necessary to ensure the proper usage of foreign funds, as mandated by the Arms Export Control Act, for buying military equipment for other countries. The public can comment on the necessity and effectiveness of this information collection process until February 18, 2025. The collection involves businesses providing details such as separate progress payment requests and schedules to help the government track and allocate funds properly.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated their rules for who takes charge if the CDC Director is absent, disabled, or the position is vacant. The new order of succession lists seven positions, starting with the Principal Deputy Director, followed by other key deputy directors and the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. This change ensures that someone is always available to take over leadership responsibilities if needed.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final decision that certain glass wine bottles from China are being sold in the U.S. at below fair value. This ruling applies to sales from April 1, 2023, to September 30, 2023, and imposes high antidumping duties on these imports if the U.S. International Trade Commission also finds that these imports harm the U.S. industry. The Department found that critical circumstances exist, which could lead to the imposition of duties on past entries of these bottles. The merchandise included in this investigation consists of narrow neck glass bottles typically used for wine, and specific conditions for sizing and design have been outlined.