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The document is a memorandum from the Executive Office of the President about the OECD Global Tax Deal. It states that the Global Tax Deal, supported by a previous administration, limits U.S. tax policies and allows foreign countries to impose extra taxes on American companies. The memorandum clarifies that this deal is not effective in the U.S. unless Congress approves it. It also instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to examine if foreign tax measures unfairly target American companies and recommend actions to protect U.S. interests.

The Department of Commerce plans to submit an information collection request related to the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. This request is part of their efforts to assess and improve information collection and reduce public reporting burdens. They are seeking comments from the public and other federal agencies on this proposed collection, which is primarily aimed at ensuring compliance with requirements for obtaining Economic Development Administration (EDA) investment assistance. The comment period is open for 30 days, and interested parties can view and comment on the request at www.reginfo.gov.

The Alaska Gasline Development Corporation and Glenfarne Alaska LNG, LLC have submitted a joint application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to transfer authorization for the Alaska LNG Project to a new company called 8 Star Alaska, LLC. This transfer is meant to encourage investment and advance the construction of the project. The public is invited to participate by submitting comments, protests, or motions to intervene by May 5, 2025. FERC provides resources for public engagement and offers several ways to file submissions, including online and by mail.

The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) of the Treasury Department is inviting applications for financial assistance and technical assistance grants under the CDFI Program for the fiscal year 2021. The program offers Financial Assistance (FA) awards up to $1 million and Technical Assistance (TA) grants up to $125,000 to eligible Community Development Financial Institutions to enhance their financial and organizational capacities. These awards prioritize low-income communities lacking access to affordable financial services. The application process requires compliance with specific federal regulations and submission deadlines via Grants.gov and the AMIS portal.

The Lake Providence Port Commission (LPPC), a non-carrier entity in Louisiana, applied to acquire a 20-mile rail line from Delta Southern Railroad. On December 11, 2020, the Board conditionally accepted the application despite missing financial details, requiring these by December 28, 2020. LPPC submitted the necessary information, including a lease agreement with North Louisiana & Arkansas Railroad, enabling the Board to proceed with a scheduling plan for reviewing the application and any competing interests. This decision was finalized to be effective immediately, with public notice to follow in the Federal Register.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released draft guidance for the industry on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to aid in regulatory decisions for drugs and biological products. This guidance explains how AI can be used to produce credible information or data regarding the safety, effectiveness, or quality of these products. It emphasizes a risk-based assessment framework for AI models and encourages early consultation with the FDA to ensure compliance and credibility. The guidance and its proposed recommendations are open for public comment until April 7, 2025, allowing stakeholders to contribute their views on the outlined framework and engagement options with the FDA.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published its Scientific Integrity Policy to foster a culture of scientific honesty and transparency. This Policy aims to ensure that all scientific activities within HHS are conducted without inappropriate interference, upholding principles like honesty, objectivity, and inclusivity. It outlines the responsibilities of HHS employees and provides protections for reporting violations. The Policy also covers procedures for addressing concerns, promoting open communication of scientific information, and ensuring accountability and professional development within the Department.

The Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children (ACHDNC) is holding a public meeting online on February 13-14, 2025. This meeting will cover several important topics related to newborn and childhood screening for genetic disorders, including updates on research into metachromatic leukodystrophy and discussions on genomic sequencing in newborns. While no votes on new screening conditions are planned, the public can share comments and submit statements on the agenda items. More information and registration details can be found on the ACHDNC website.

The Rural Housing Service (RHS), a part of the United States Department of Agriculture, is inviting applications for Section 514 Off-Farm Labor Housing loans and Section 516 Off-Farm Labor Housing grants. These funds are aimed at building new housing for domestic farm laborers, including retired or disabled ones, to boost affordable housing availability. The process involves a pre-application and final application phase, and RHS encourages applications that offer benefits to rural communities, especially those in Opportunity Zones or persistent poverty areas. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria and the deadline for submissions is outlined in the notice.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued an interim final rule to grant presumptive service connection for certain cancers, including acute and chronic leukemias, multiple myelomas, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), and myelofibrosis, for veterans exposed to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in specific locations during their service. This rule applies to veterans who served in the Southwest Asia theater of operations, Somalia, or certain countries affected by the Gulf War after specified dates. This decision is based on scientific evidence suggesting a connection between PM2.5 exposure and these diseases, which often have severe outcomes. The rule aims to allow veterans to receive related benefits more quickly, given the typically high morbidity and mortality associated with these conditions.