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The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the Department of Transportation is holding a virtual public meeting on January 16, 2025. This meeting involves two advisory committees, the Liquid Pipeline Advisory Committee (LPAC) and the Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC), to discuss proposed rules on updating pipeline safety standards and cost recovery for LNG facility reviews. The public is encouraged to attend and submit comments by February 20, 2025. Information about joining the meeting will be made available online, and accommodations can be arranged for attendees with disabilities.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a rule allowing motorcycle manufacturers to use an internationally recognized symbol for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) malfunction indicator, providing them with more flexibility. This rule removes the previous letter height requirement if the ISO symbol is used but keeps it for text-only labels. NHTSA made this decision after hearing from manufacturers that changing the telltale would be costly and would not improve safety. The rule includes technical corrections and updates to ensure alignment with international standards, without imposing additional costs on manufacturers, particularly benefiting small businesses.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule modifying the Class E airspace over Cambridge Municipal Airport in Nebraska. This change involves expanding the airspace radius from 6.4 miles to 7.5 miles and correcting the geographical coordinates to better manage flights using instrument flight rules (IFR). Additionally, it involves removing a navigation aid called the Harry Strunk NDB, which is no longer needed. The FAA determined these updates would not significantly impact the environment or small businesses.

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the U.S. Department of Transportation is inviting public comments on a request concerning the coastwise endorsement eligibility of the SEA CZAR, a foreign-built vessel intended to offer passenger charters in the Pacific Northwest. The vessel will operate from Tacoma to the Canadian border, including the San Juan Islands and Lake Washington. MARAD seeks feedback on how this could impact U.S. vessel builders or businesses using U.S.-flag vessels, and comments can be submitted via various methods until January 6, 2025. If adverse effects are determined, MARAD may deny the endorsement.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This collection helps determine if applicants meet the requirements for renewing a launch license to ensure public safety during reentry operations. Comments must be submitted by March 26, 2025. The information is crucial for those applying for a license to operate reusable launch vehicles or carry out reentry activities, as required by U.S. law.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), part of the Department of Transportation, is seeking public comments on their plan to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new collection of information. This notice relates to the Accelerated Innovation Deployment (AID) Demonstration Grants for fiscal years 2023-2026, which are available to eligible entities like State Departments of Transportation and Tribal governments. The FHWA will collect information annually to help distribute these grants, and the public is encouraged to share thoughts on the necessity and burden of this data collection process. For submitting comments, the agency has provided several methods including online, fax, and mail.

The Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on the modification of existing information collection activities related to the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing (RRIF) and the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) credit programs. These changes are intended to streamline the application process for these financial assistance programs. The department is asking for feedback on whether these data collection efforts are necessary, how accurate their burden estimates are, and how they might minimize the burden on respondents. Comments need to be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget by April 7, 2025.

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced a delay in the start date for new guidance on third-party contracting, originally set for February 18, 2025, now postponed to March 20, 2025. This guidance, known as Circular C 4220.1G, replaces a previous version from 2013 and incorporates updates due to changes in laws and regulations. The delay is in response to a presidential memorandum aiming for a regulatory freeze and will allow further review. The change is effective immediately and is exempt from standard notice and comment procedures due to the urgency of the situation.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for specific models of Boeing 747 airplanes due to reports of inboard foreflap departures. This directive mandates regular inspections, lubrication, and replacement of certain parts to prevent potential safety issues that could affect the plane's ability to safely fly and land. While some companies supported the directive, others requested changes regarding inspection requirements and part numbers, which the FAA largely declined. The rule, which aims to ensure continued air safety, will take effect on March 30, 2021.

PHMSA is asking the public to comment on a second set of draft Frequently Asked Questions (Batch-2 FAQs) related to the "Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines" rule. This rule involves reconfirming Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP) and expanding assessment requirements for gas transmission pipelines. The FAQs are designed to help explain the rule and how to implement necessary changes, but they are not legally binding. Interested individuals can submit their comments via the Federal Register or by mail, and once reviewed, the final version of the FAQs will be available online.