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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is requesting feedback on the development of Child Nutrition Programs Tribal Pilot Projects. These projects, authorized by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, will allow Tribes and Tribal organizations to take on roles traditionally held by State agencies in administering school meal programs. The USDA is seeking input from Tribes, Tribal organizations, State agencies, and others on topics like eligibility criteria and the selection process for these pilot projects. Written comments are being accepted until March 24, 2025, to help shape the application process and evaluate potential challenges and support needs.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)'s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division announced its intent to submit a request for an information collection regarding the FBI Expungement and Sealing Form (FD-1114) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This request is intended to ensure information accuracy within the FBI's systems and is required by federal regulations. The public has until April 28, 2025, to provide comments on the proposed collection. The information collection targets state, local, tribal, and federal governments, with an estimated 147,610 respondents and a total annual burden of 8,611 hours.

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has announced a closed meeting scheduled for January 24, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The meeting is closed to the public due to confidential discussions about contract proposals, which may include sensitive commercial information or personal data. This meeting involves the review and evaluation of proposals related to devices and materials-based platforms for delivering broadly neutralizing antibodies. The session will be held in Rockville, MD, but will be video-assisted, and Dr. Samita S. Andreansky will serve as the contact person for the meeting.

Norfolk Southern Corporation has requested approval from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to discontinue or modify a signal system on the S line from Craggy to Morristown. The company wants to stop using a traffic control system in this area because it's no longer needed for operations and plans to change several automatic signals. The FRA is accepting comments on this proposal until March 11, 2021, and people can submit their thoughts through various methods like online, fax, mail, or in-person delivery. If anyone wants a public hearing, they must request it before the comment deadline.

The Department of Defense's Office of the Under Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment is notifying the public about a Consent Order involving Northrop Grumman Corporation and Orbital ATK, Inc. This order, established by the FTC, aims to keep missile system prices fair and maintain competition by requiring Northrop to provide rocket motors and services equally to all competitors, while protecting sensitive information. The Consent Order, effective until 2038, addresses concerns about reduced competition due to Northrop's acquisition of Orbital ATK. For more details, public inquiries can be directed to the DoD Compliance Officer, Ms. Nicoletta S. Giordani.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a new arms sales notification to the Government of the Netherlands. This proposal involves the sale of various types of missiles, including 120 advanced Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles, along with test vehicles, training equipment, and other necessary support, all valued at approximately $908 million. The sale aims to strengthen the defense capabilities of the Netherlands, a NATO ally, without affecting the U.S.'s own military readiness. The principal contractor for the sale will be Lockheed Martin, and the sale is designed to enhance political stability and economic progress in Europe.

The Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) is inviting public comments on the continuation and extension of different information collection requests (ICRs) related to employee benefit plans. These ICRs cover various topics, including health plan enrollment notices, multiple employer welfare arrangements, and reporting procedures for top hat plans, among others. The public can submit their comments by March 7, 2025, and these comments will assist the Department in assessing the impact and effectiveness of these information requirements. The ICRs aim to help reduce the public's reporting burden and improve the understanding of the Department's data collection needs.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) decided to deny Polytech Plastic Molding, Inc.'s request for an exemption that would allow their vehicles to use a special lighting module. This module, made by Intellistop, Inc., can make brake lights flash to improve visibility. FMCSA denied the request because Polytech didn't prove the modification would be as safe as the current standards, and because of a lack of legal operations data due to an inactive USDOT number. Although some comments supported the potential safety benefits, the agency was concerned about safety risks and proper regulatory compliance.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) decided to revoke Massoud Amini, M.D.'s DEA Certificate of Registration because he currently lacks the authority to handle controlled substances in California. The DEA issued an Order to Show Cause, notifying Dr. Amini of his right to request a hearing, which he did not do, leading to a default decision. The default means that the DEA's allegations against him are accepted as true, including that his California medical license has been revoked. Consequently, Dr. Amini's DEA registration is revoked, and his pending applications for renewal or new registration are denied.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announced a Presidential emergency declaration for Virginia due to severe conditions caused by Post-Tropical Cyclone Helene starting on September 25, 2024. The President's declaration allows federal aid to support emergency protective measures in designated areas, with funding covering up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA appointed Timothy S. Pheil as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency, and specific counties and the city of Galax are impacted. Federal assistance numbers for reporting and accessing funds include various programs for disaster loans, crisis counseling, and more.