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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is inviting public comments on applications to conduct activities with endangered foreign species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The ESA prohibits certain activities with endangered species unless a Federal permit is granted. Individuals and organizations can view and comment on these applications until April 25, 2025. This notice highlights several permits requested, including importing species for propagation or survival and renewing permits for scientific research involving museum specimens.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a final rule to implement Amendment 111, which reauthorizes the Central Gulf of Alaska (CGOA) Rockfish Program. This rule aims to preserve the program's existing benefits in conservation, management, safety, and economics. Key changes include removing the expiration date for the Rockfish Program, simplifying reporting requirements for fishing participants, and adjusting regulations to improve the program's efficiency. These updates are intended to continue promoting the goals of sustainable fisheries management under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), has announced final actions for a transportation project involving the replacement of two bridges along S.R. 5/U.S. 1 over Pellicer Creek in Florida. These actions include necessary approvals and permits for the bridge and roadway improvements required for the project. The public has until August 18, 2025, to file any legal claims challenging these decisions. The project documents and approvals are available online or through the FDOT's Office of Environmental Management.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Citizen Science Program is holding two town hall meetings to help create a citizen science mobile app. The meetings will be online on March 9 and March 11, 2021, and are open to the public, who can join by requesting a webinar invitation. These meetings aim to get feedback from stakeholders like fishermen and scientists on what information the app should capture about Atlantic coast fish populations. Julia Byrd is the contact person for additional details, and the meetings are accessible to people with disabilities.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has proposed issuing an Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) that would allow the United States Army Corps of Engineers to take small numbers of marine mammals during geotechnical surveys in St. George, Alaska. These surveys aim to support the construction of a small boat harbor and may incidentally affect northern fur seals, harbor seals, and possibly other marine mammals. The IHA includes measures to reduce impacts, such as temporarily stopping work if certain marine mammals are nearby and avoiding work during sensitive times, like when northern fur seals are pupping. Public comments on the proposal are being requested.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing a new rule to update the migratory bird subsistence harvest regulations in Alaska. This rule will clarify language on regional species closures, remove emperor geese from the harvest list due to population concerns, and update the names of specific bird species. It also eliminates the permit requirement for hunting in the Kodiak Island Roaded Area while keeping certain bird species protected. Public comments are being accepted until February 20, 2025.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) under the Commerce Department, has issued an interim final rule aiming to conserve tropical tuna species in the Eastern Pacific Ocean for 2021. This rule implements measures from the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, continuing regulations similar to those from 2018-2020. Key provisions include limited catch for bigeye tuna by longline vessels, a 72-day fishing restriction period for large purse seine vessels, and restrictions on fishing locations from October 9 to November 8. The rule is effective immediately to comply with international obligations and ensure the conservation of tuna stocks.

Rural Development (RD) within the USDA plans to adopt a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Sweetheart Lake Hydroelectric Project in Alaska, originally prepared by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in 2016. This hydroelectric project, located on federal and state lands near Juneau, aims to generate significant energy annually and may be supported by RD's Electric Infrastructure Loan Program. RD requests public comments on this adoption decision, ensuring the environmental analysis remains relevant and aligned with regulatory standards. Comments can be submitted until May 28, 2025.

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is informing the public about final decisions made regarding a transportation project in Ohio. This involves constructing a new interchange for Sunbury Parkway and modifying the existing interchange at I-71 and US 36/SR 37. The notice states that anyone wishing to legally challenge these decisions must file their claims by September 15, 2025. More information about the project can be found on the Ohio Department of Transportation's website or by contacting them directly.

The Department of Commerce is set to submit an information collection request related to U.S. vessels fishing on the high seas to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This request, which extends a currently approved collection, involves gathering details such as vessel identification, owner and operator information, as well as intended fishing areas and gear. This data helps process fishing permits and maintain a register of vessels authorized under the High Seas Fishing Compliance Act. The public and federal agencies are invited to comment on this collection to help reduce reporting burdens.