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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the availability of guidance documents related to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The guidance has been released without prior public comment to expedite the response to the pandemic but remains open for public input. Electronic or paper comments on these documents can be submitted through designated channels. These guidelines reflect the FDA's current practices and do not impose any binding obligations but serve as recommendations for the industry and relevant stakeholders.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced a virtual public meeting for the Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee (BENM MAC) on March 31, 2021. The meeting will cover topics like management planning for the Bears Ears National Monument, wood-cutting, harvesting, and other relevant issues. A public comment period will be available, allowing participants to share their views, although there may be time limits depending on the number of speakers. Meeting minutes will be available for public review at the Canyon Country District Office and on the BENM MAC web page within 90 days after the meeting.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information related to maintenance wage rate recommendations. This effort is part of their responsibility to enforce prevailing wage requirements for low-income and affordable housing under certain federal regulations. Public Housing Agencies, Indian tribes, and other entities managing specific housing projects are required to pay these wages. The department is inviting public comments on the necessity and effectiveness of the proposed information collection until May 27, 2025.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval to collect information for a new assessment on improving home safety and quality. This will evaluate coordination between HUD's Lead Hazard Control Program and the Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program. They aim to discover if this collaboration results in cost savings and better health outcomes. HUD invites the public to comment on this proposal, focusing on its necessity, usefulness, and methods to minimize information collection burdens.

The New York Stock Exchange LLC submitted a proposed rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to update certain rules, including allowing the appointment of Trading Officials. This proposal was published for public comment in the Federal Register on December 30, 2020, but no comments were received. The SEC needed more time to review the proposal and decided to extend the period for their decision, setting a new deadline of March 30, 2021, to either approve or disapprove the rule change.

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comments on a proposed new information collection related to testing and reporting SARS-CoV-2 in animals. This initiative aims to gather data from laboratories and state animal health officials to monitor the emergence and spread of the virus in animals. The feedback from the public will help APHIS assess the necessity, utility, and efficiency of this information collection process and its impact, ensuring compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Comments are due by March 5, 2021, and all submitted comments will become a public record.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inviting public comments on a proposed collection of information concerning device classification and regulatory requirements, as part of their responsibilities under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The information collection supports regulations and guidance under section 513(g) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, which outlines how people can request the FDA's views on device classification and applicable requirements. Individuals can submit comments electronically or by mail by March 15, 2021. Comments should focus on the necessity, accuracy, and potential improvements of the proposed information collection process.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is inviting public comments on the ongoing research data collection process by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). This involves feedback on the Research Data Center's (RDC) proposal for granting access to confidential data, necessary for researchers to conduct their projects. The notice is part of an effort under the Paperwork Reduction Act to reduce public burdens and enhance data utility. Comments must be submitted by February 3, 2025, and should follow submission guidelines through the federal eRulemaking portal or by mail.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reopening the comment period for public feedback on the draft scope of the risk evaluation for vinyl chloride, a chemical under review by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This extension provides an additional 30 days for comments, with the new deadline being April 2, 2025. People are encouraged to submit their comments online and can find more detailed instructions on the EPA website. The aim is to give stakeholders more time to review the relevant materials and provide their input.

The Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has proposed preliminary findings that Chinese manufacturers of certain chassis and subassemblies receive unfair subsidies, which can harm U.S. manufacturers. The investigation covers activities between January 1 and December 31, 2019. As a result of the findings, the U.S. government might impose extra duties on these imports to level the playing field. The public is invited to provide comments on this preliminary decision, and the final decision will require further verification due to travel restrictions related to COVID-19.