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The Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America, LLC has submitted an application to expand its Gulf Coast Storage facilities. This proposed expansion will increase gas storage capacity by installing new equipment at the North Lansing Storage Field in Texas. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is preparing an environmental assessment and has set a schedule for reviewing the project. The assessment will consider various environmental and economic impacts raised by stakeholders, with a decision on federal authorizations expected by November 12, 2025.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Yale Peabody Museum has carried out an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects. They determined a cultural link between these remains and certain Indian Tribes, specifically the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma. This notice states that the human remains of at least 82 Native American individuals and 67 associated funerary objects might be repatriated starting April 16, 2025. Requests for repatriation can be made by the identified Tribes, or by others who can prove a cultural affiliation.

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled announced updates to their Procurement List. New products, including advanced knee pads, are being added, while certain items, like a biodegradable detergent and some services, are being removed. The decision to update the list is in accordance with U.S. laws that promote opportunities for nonprofit agencies employing individuals with disabilities. The changes do not significantly impact small entities, and the associated nonprofit agencies have been specified for each product and service.

The U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service has completed an inventory of funerary objects at the Pu`ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site in Hawaii, determining that these items are culturally affiliated with present-day Native Hawaiian organizations. The funerary objects, which include nails and coffin fragments dating back to John Young's time, were found at a historic site. The National Park Service is inviting Native Hawaiian organizations or representatives to request control of these objects by February 22, 2021. If no additional requests are made, the objects will be transferred to the recognized Native Hawaiian organizations.

The Yale Peabody Museum at Yale University plans to return certain cultural items, which are considered unassociated funerary objects, to Native American tribes. These items, collected from Florida's mounds and sites, include shell beads, bone tools, and ceramic pieces. The museum will repatriate these artifacts, which are linked to the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, beginning April 16, 2025. The process follows guidelines set by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).

The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission are holding five public meetings to gather input on a new amendment focused on recreational fishing. This amendment aims to develop strategies for managing recreational fishing separately, such as through different data collection methods. The meetings will take place from February 25 to March 5, 2025, and will be accessible both online and in-person. Public comments are welcome until March 20, 2025, through various submission methods, including online, email, and mail.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has issued a notice about various fish stocks that are either currently overfished or undergoing overfishing. This includes the Gulf of Mexico cobia, lane snapper, South Atlantic golden tilefish, and silky shark in the Pacific Ocean, which have been identified as subject to overfishing. Also highlighted are the Sacramento River Chinook salmon and other species, which remain overfished, while Pacific bluefin tuna is both overfished and experiencing overfishing. The NMFS is working with regional fishery management councils to address these issues.

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 Maritime Administration (MARAD) under the Department of Transportation is considering whether a foreign-built vessel named "Regenero" can receive an endorsement to carry up to twelve passengers for hire in certain U.S. waters. This notice invites public comments on how granting such an endorsement might affect American shipbuilders or businesses using U.S.-flag vessels. The proposed service area includes parts of the U.S. East Coast, such as Rhode Island and Florida, excluding areas like the Gulf Coast. Comments must be submitted by February 5, 2025, and may be done through various methods such as online or mail.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a new rule that expands the existing security zone in the Port of Miami. This extension is designed to cover the new cruise ship terminal that was added in December 2024 and extends the security zone approximately 840 yards eastward along the Miami Main Channel. The rule is effective from December 27, 2024, and aims to ensure safety by restricting access when multiple vessels with potential hazards are present in the zone. The Coast Guard determined this change was necessary to address security concerns and to accommodate the port's expansion.