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In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the University of Tennessee's Department of Anthropology has finished an inventory of human remains and determined a cultural connection between them and certain Native American tribes and organizations. These remains, representing at least 16 individuals, were originally removed from various sites in Kansas and later transferred to the university. The cultural affiliations have been determined to include the Kaw Nation of Oklahoma and the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, based on archaeological, geographical, historical, and traditional Native American knowledge. Repatriation of these remains is set to begin after May 19, 2025, upon requests from the tribes or lineal descendants who meet certain criteria.

The National Institutes of Health has announced a change to the virtual meeting of the Advisory Committee to the Director. The meeting, originally scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on February 26, 2021, will now focus on updating plans for diversity, equity, and inclusion in biomedical research. The agenda also includes a request for concept clearance for a Common Fund Initiative for the fiscal year 2021. This update was published in the Federal Register on February 5, 2021.

The University of Georgia, Laboratory of Archaeology intends to return two culturally significant baskets to the Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California. These baskets, which are considered objects of cultural patrimony, were originally from the Carson Valley and Lake Tahoe areas, dating back to the first half of the 20th century. The repatriation is conducted in alignment with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and is scheduled to occur on or after January 29, 2025. If other groups wish to claim the items, they must provide evidence of their cultural connection by the repatriation date.

The National Institutes of Health announced a change to the meeting schedule for the Council of Councils on January 29, 2021. Originally set to take place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the meeting will now have its open session from 11:00 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. This update was initially published in the Federal Register on November 25, 2020. The adjustment reflects a shortened open session time.

The University of Denver Museum of Anthropology has completed an inventory of Native American human remains discovered at the Buick Camp Site in Elbert County, Colorado. These remains, a tooth dating back to 664-770 A.D., are identified as being culturally affiliated with the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. The museum is collaborating with Native American Tribes to ensure proper handling and transfer of these remains. Anyone from a Native American Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization not listed in the notice who wishes to claim the remains has until March 26, 2021, to submit a request. If no additional claims are made, the remains will be transferred to the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma.

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) of the US Department of Agriculture has issued a proposed rule recommending changes to pricing in 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs). These proposed amendments update existing formulas for milk composition, surveyed commodity products, and milk pricing categories, among others, to better reflect current market conditions. The changes are aimed at improving the fairness and accuracy of milk pricing across different regions and market classes. The AMS will seek approval from milk producers before implementing any new rules, with the possibility of terminating the order if it doesn't receive enough support.

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is planning to release an insect called Lilioceris egena to help control the invasive air potato plant, Dioscorea bulbifera, across the continental United States. After studying the potential environmental impact, APHIS believes that releasing this insect won't cause significant harm to the environment. They have prepared an environmental assessment (EA) document detailing their findings and are inviting the public to review and comment on this EA by February 8, 2021. This effort aims to manage the spread of air potato, which threatens native vegetation in several states, including Florida, where it's already widespread.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is updating animal drug regulations to reflect actions related to new animal drug applications (NADAs) and abbreviated new animal drug applications (ANADAs) from October to December 2024. Some approvals for specific animal drugs have been withdrawn because they are no longer manufactured or marketed. Additionally, the FDA is making technical amendments to enhance the accuracy and clarity of the regulations, updating sponsor information, and making adjustments in drug sponsorships and addresses. These changes take effect on January 21, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published a notice regarding a petition from the Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on behalf of the Desert Research Institute. The petition seeks an exemption from certain Federal Aviation Regulations to operate a heavy unmanned aircraft system (UAS) for research and training purposes. The Desert Research Institute wishes to fly a UAS weighing up to 76.9 pounds and requests permission to hold only a remote pilot certificate, rather than meeting the full FAA written test requirements. Public comments on the petition are invited by February 19, 2025.

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing a modification to its Privacy Act System of Records, specifically the DOE-31 Firearms Qualifications Records. This update aims to align with new formatting standards and ensure proper coverage of business processes and Privacy Act information. Key changes include adding the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Headquarters as a system location, removing certain addresses, updating routine uses, and incorporating cloud-based services for records storage. The modifications also extend the time allowed for filing appeals from 30 to 90 days, complying with privacy laws and practices.