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The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has announced approvals for projects regarding the consumptive use of water that were granted in March 2025. These approvals allow various companies to use specific amounts of water for their operations under certain regulations. The announcement includes the names of companies, the locations of their projects, and the maximum amounts of water they are authorized to use per day. This process is part of the Commission's regulatory oversight to manage water resources responsibly.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to establish Class E airspace above Transylvania Community Hospital in Brevard, NC. This airspace extends upward from 700 feet within a 6-mile radius of the hospital's heliport. The purpose of this action is to support new GPS-based navigation procedures, ensuring the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations. The rule is not expected to have a significant impact on the economy or the environment.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a virtual public meeting for the Animal Agriculture and Water Quality Subcommittee, a part of the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Committee, on December 6, 2024. This meeting will discuss recommendations for improving the Clean Water Act's permitting program for concentrated animal feeding operations. The public comment period for the meeting has been extended to December 5, 2024. People interested in attending or providing comments should register on the EPA's website.

Norfolk Southern Corporation has petitioned the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to either discontinue or modify a signal system on certain sections of its rail line in Alabama. The company claims that the current traffic control system is no longer needed for its operations. Public comments on this request are invited by March 11, 2021, through various submission methods detailed in the notice. The FRA has not scheduled a public hearing but may consider it if requested appropriately.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to create a new area of controlled airspace near Tobey Hospital Heliport in Wareham, Massachusetts. This new Class E airspace would start at 700 feet above the ground and is needed to support new GPS-based navigation procedures used by aircraft in the area. The goal is to ensure safe and efficient flight operations around the heliport. The public is invited to provide comments on the proposal before March 1, 2021.

The national security memorandum, issued by the Executive Office of the President, focuses on advancing the human rights of LGBTQI+ individuals worldwide. It directs U.S. agencies involved in foreign operations to promote and protect the rights of LGBTQI+ persons through diplomacy and foreign aid. The memorandum outlines specific actions such as combating criminalization, protecting LGBTQI+ refugees, and enhancing international coalitions. It also requires agencies to review and report on their progress in implementing these initiatives and rescinds inconsistent policies.

The **Bureau of Land Management ** has released a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for P4 Production LLC's revised mining project in Caldwell Canyon, Idaho. The project aims to recover phosphate ore from federal leases and proposes expanding its operations with new pits and infrastructure. The EIS evaluates different alternatives, including limiting mining impacts, with public input invited over the next 45 days. This document helps assess environmental effects and ensures compliance with federal resource development laws.

Eastman Chemical Company has notified the Foreign-Trade Zones Board about its planned facility in Kingsport, Tennessee, which will be part of Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 204. The facility will focus on methanolysis operations and recycling of plastics, allowing Eastman Chemical to benefit from reduced customs duties on certain foreign materials for export production and domestic sales. Interested parties are invited to comment on the proposal until April 5, 2021, with additional details available on the Board's website.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a rule to amend the Class E airspace around Jim Hogg County Airport in Hebbronville, Texas, due to the removal of a navigation beacon (NDB) no longer in use. This change aims to support flight operations and ensure airspace safety. Interested parties are encouraged to submit comments by April 9, 2021. The rule is not expected to have significant economic impacts as it is a routine amendment involving air traffic procedures.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a rule to modify several airspace classifications at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport in Bozeman, Montana. These modifications to Class D and Class E airspaces aim to improve safety and management of flight operations using both visual flight rules (VFR) and instrument flight rules (IFR). The proposed changes would involve expanding certain airspace areas, realigning specific extensions, and updating documentation. Public comments on this proposal are invited until March 10, 2025.