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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97138
    Reading Time:about 15 minutes

    The Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC has proposed changes to its fee schedule. These updates involve switching the email domain used for communication to @miaxglobal.com and removing all mentions of mini-options, a type of option that never became widely used and was previously removed from their offerings. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing these changes, which aim to make the fee schedule clearer and more accurate for members of the exchange. The SEC invites public comments on this proposal.

    Simple Explanation

    The Miami International Securities Exchange wants to change their letterhead to use a new email address and stop talking about a type of option nobody uses anymore. The government is checking this change to make sure it makes the rules easier to understand.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11544
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection of information required under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves gathering data on the Independent Living Services Program Performance Report, which helps improve independent living services in various U.S. regions, including states, territories, and commonwealths. The ACL uses this data to ensure compliance with federal regulations and to identify training needs for organizations involved. The public can submit comments on this proposal until March 29, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The Administration for Community Living wants to gather information to make sure people get the help they need to live independently, and they are asking for suggestions until March 29, 2021. They aim to make sure the process isn't too hard or time-consuming, especially for smaller areas, and they want to make sure everyone involved works well together.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12292
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced a virtual business meeting for the Arizona Advisory Committee on April 10, 2025. The meeting, held via ZoomGov, will focus on reviewing and voting on the Committee's post-report activity, specifically an Op-Ed draft. The public can participate by joining the Zoom link or calling in, and there will be an opportunity for public comment during the meeting. Closed captioning and additional accommodations will be available for those in need, and written comments can be submitted following the meeting.

    Simple Explanation

    The Arizona group that helps look at civil rights will have a meeting on Zoom on April 10, 2025, to talk about and vote on a piece they wrote. People can watch and say what they think too, and there will be special help for those who need it.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99234
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of Defense (DoD) is proposing a new information collection related to its SkillBridge program, which helps military personnel transition to civilian jobs by providing training and internship opportunities in their last 180 days of service. This notice invites public comments on the necessity and utility of the information collection, as well as suggestions for minimizing any burdens associated with it. The program is seeking partnerships with organizations interested in providing real-world job experiences to service members during this period. Interested parties can submit comments or apply to become industry partners via the provided contact methods by February 10, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Defense wants to hear what people think about a new plan to help soldiers get ready for jobs when they leave the military, like learning and working at companies, and they want ideas on how to make it easy and useful. They ask everyone to share their thoughts by February 10, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 106593
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed a Consent Decree with The Manitowoc Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries for allegedly violating the Clean Air Act by selling heavy construction equipment with non-compliant diesel engines. As part of the settlement, the companies will pay a $42.6 million fine and undertake a project to address the environmental damage caused by emissions. The public is invited to comment on the proposed decree within 30 days, and details can be accessed online.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants The Manitowoc Company to pay a big fine of $42.6 million because they sold machines with engines that made more pollution than allowed. People can say what they think about this plan in the next 30 days by looking at it online.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99891
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the 2025 American Housing Survey. This survey aims to provide detailed information about housing quality, costs, and neighborhood assets to support effective housing policies and programs. HUD plans to implement a continuous data collection model, intending to improve efficiency and data accuracy. The public is invited to submit comments on the necessity and utility of the information collection, especially regarding ways to minimize the data collection burden and enhance its quality.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development wants to ask people about their homes to make sure everyone has a good place to live, and they are asking for help to do it better. But some things are not clear, like how much it will cost, why they want to ask more people in some types of homes, and how often they're going to share what they find out.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 109
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is inviting public comments on a proposed rule regarding the labeling of natural rubber latex condoms. This action is part of the requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act, which mandates federal agencies to gather public input on collections of information. The FDA's proposal aims to review and potentially update the labeling of condoms to ensure it accurately reflects their effectiveness in preventing sexually transmitted diseases. Interested parties can submit their comments electronically or by mail by March 5, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The FDA wants to hear what people think about how they label rubber condoms, to make sure the labels clearly explain how well they protect against germs. People can send their ideas and comments by mail or online by March 5, 2021.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6358
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has asked for public comments on a proposed information collection, aiming to give the public an extra 30 days to review. This request is about gathering data from project owners who want to withdraw funds from certain reserve or receipt accounts. The collected data will be used by HUD and lenders to ensure the funds are used correctly. People and organizations are encouraged to comment on whether this information collection is necessary and how it might be improved or made more efficient.

    Simple Explanation

    HUD wants to make sure money from a special piggy bank can only be used for the right things and is asking for people's thoughts on how to do this better. They are giving everyone an extra month to share their ideas.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3923
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Department of Justice has proposed a change to a 2009 court order involving the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) in the Northern Mariana Islands. This order was put in place to address issues with CUC's compliance with laws related to water safety and cleanliness. Following a 2023 inspection by the EPA that identified problems in CUC's operations, the proposed modification requires CUC to correct these deficiencies. The public can comment on this proposal for 30 days, and the related documents are available for review online.

    Simple Explanation

    The Justice Department wants to change the rules from a 16-year-old order to make sure the water in the Northern Mariana Islands is safe after noticing some problems. People have 30 days to look online, see what's being proposed, and share their thoughts.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 100552
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Postal Regulatory Commission announced that the Postal Service has submitted several proposals for negotiated service agreements to be added to the competitive product list. These proposals involve different priority mailing contracts. The Commission is inviting the public to comment on these proposals by December 13, 2024. Interested parties can submit their comments online, and if they face technical issues, they are encouraged to contact David A. Trissell for assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Regulatory Commission wants people to say what they think about new mail service deals by the Postal Service. They need your thoughts by December 13, 2024, and if you have trouble sending in your ideas, you can ask David A. Trissell for help.