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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice seeking comments on proposed flood hazard determinations that could affect various communities as outlined in the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. These determinations may involve changes to Base Flood Elevations, flood depths, or Special Flood Hazard Areas. Comments from the public are encouraged by July 16, 2025, as part of the process to participate or maintain participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Communities affected by these changes can review proposed materials online or at community map repositories.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, is asking for public comments on its proposed extension of the "International Training Application" form. This request is part of an effort to reduce paperwork and make information collection easier for respondents. The BLS seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of this information collection, and on methods to reduce the burden on those responding. This initiative is part of BLS's ongoing international training efforts, which involve seminars for statisticians and economists from around the world.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request for approval to extend an existing information collection under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Surface Coating of Metal Coil. This request involves collecting data from facilities that apply coatings to metal coils to ensure they comply with regulations limiting hazardous air pollutants. The EPA is seeking public comments on this extension until March 31, 2025, and the estimated cost of compliance for these facilities totals $2,220,000 per year. The overall estimated burden has decreased by 638 hours compared to previous estimates due to changes in the assumptions regarding required testing and system adjustments.

Gulf South Pipeline Company has applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for approval to upgrade a pipeline and build a new compressor station in Louisiana. This project aims to enhance energy capacity and reliability in the region. FERC plans to prepare an Environmental Assessment and invites public comments on the project. Information and updates about the process can be accessed through FERC's online services and support staff.

The Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) is asking the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to review proposed changes to the Tribal Child Support Direct Funding Request. These changes are due to a new rule that allows tribes to offer employment and training services to noncustodial parents under the child support program. Tribes choosing to participate must change their current plans, which involves submitting updated information to OCSS. Public comments on these revisions can be submitted until January 30, 2025.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will hold a public meeting via Zoom on March 7, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Chamorro Standard Time, to discuss a report about access to healthcare for incarcerated individuals in the Northern Mariana Islands' judicial system. The public can listen to the meeting and participate during the open comment period. Interested attendees must register online or can join by phone. Accommodations, such as closed captioning, are available upon request, and written comments can be submitted for up to 30 days after the meeting.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule related to airworthiness directives for certain Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes. This proposal, influenced by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), aims to incorporate more stringent maintenance requirements to prevent unsafe conditions, specifically the risk of fuel tank explosions. The FAA invites public comments on this proposal by April 7, 2025, to ensure that all relevant feedback is considered before finalizing the rule. The changes are expected to affect 33 airplanes in the U.S., with estimated compliance costs related to revising the maintenance programs.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend the information collection standards for hot mix asphalt facilities. This request, under EPA ICR Number 1127.14 and OMB Control Number 2060-0083, seeks to ensure that the facilities comply with the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) in place since 1973. Public comments on this proposal can be submitted until March 31, 2025. The EPA estimates that there are 798 respondents, with the total annual burden being around 3,200 hours, costing $404,000. This request reflects a decrease in the number of facilities due to updated information from the EPA's database.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for certain communities. These determinations might involve changes to base flood elevations and special flood hazard areas, which are shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and in Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports provided to these communities. The FIRMs and FIS reports are crucial for communities to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program, helping determine proper insurance premiums for new buildings. Comments must be submitted by May 6, 2021.

The Department of Labor is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to ventilation in underground coal mines. This request is being reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act. The safety and health standards aim to ensure proper ventilation to protect miners from harmful gases and dust. The proposal includes tests and recordkeeping requirements to maintain and adjust ventilation systems, ensuring miner safety in harsh underground conditions.