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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 is proposing to reissue a general permit under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for specific marine net pen facilities in Puget Sound. This draft permit would apply to tribal enhancement net pens, which can raise up to 200,000 pounds of native salmonids annually, and federal research net pen facilities, which can raise up to 100,000 pounds of native finfish each year. Facilities currently eligible for the permit coverage must submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) within 90 days of the permit's effective date, while new facilities starting operations afterward must submit their NOI at least 180 days before they start operating. The EPA is currently accepting public comments on this proposal until March 26, 2021.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has issued a notice of applications for modifying special permits related to hazardous material transportation. These permits apply to different modes of transportation, including motor vehicles, rail freight, cargo vessels, and both cargo and passenger aircraft. The notice asks for public comments on the applications, which must be submitted by January 27, 2021. The applications can be reviewed at the Records Center in Washington, DC or online at regulations.gov.

The National Marine Fisheries Service has received applications from four researchers requesting permits to study marine mammals. These studies involve research on 58 different species, including endangered or threatened whales and seals, under the authority of laws like the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act. The research activities include surveys, tagging, photo-identification, and biological sampling to understand the animals' behavior, health, and ecological roles. Public comments on these applications can be submitted until March 29, 2021.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a proposed rule change by the BOX Exchange LLC regarding the fees for Floor Market Maker manual transactions on the BOX Options Market LLC facility. This change was filed on January 16, 2025, and is set to be effective immediately. The SEC is inviting the public to submit comments on this proposed change. Anyone interested in providing feedback can do so through the SEC's website or by sending an email, with submissions accepted until February 27, 2025.

The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration is asking for public comments on a proposed extension of the "Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers, Handbook No. 384." The goal is to collect necessary data from State Workforce Agencies to assess the eligibility of ex-servicemembers for unemployment benefits. This process is part of efforts to reduce the paperwork burden. The public can submit comments until May 12, 2025, and these comments will be made publicly available online.

Navinta LLC has applied to the Drug Enforcement Administration to become a registered bulk manufacturer of certain controlled substances. This registration is part of the process to gain approval for manufacturing these substances for validation purposes, which is a step required by the Food Administration before the substances can be distributed to their customers. The public, including current manufacturers of these substances, can submit comments or objections electronically by February 4, 2025. Comments should be submitted through the Federal eRulemaking Portal to ensure they are properly received.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out systems. These systems are necessary for aircraft certification and recordkeeping, enabling air traffic control functions. The FAA is asking for feedback on whether the collection is needed, its burden estimate, and how it might be improved or reduced in burden. Comments are due by June 29, 2025, and details for submission are provided by the FAA.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security announced a 30-day period for public comments on changes to the information collection related to the H-2 program. These changes are in line with the proposed rule titled "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections." The notice emphasizes the need for public input, particularly regarding the burden of information collection on businesses and how it may affect H-2 worker compliance. The agency also provided details on how to submit feedback and encouraged stakeholders to consider privacy when providing information.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that Gujarat Fluorochemicals Limited (GFCL), an Indian producer and exporter of granular PTFE resin, received countervailable subsidies during 2023. These subsidies are financial contributions from authorities that benefit GFCL. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments on these preliminary findings through public filings within 21 days after the notice is published. The department plans to release more detailed calculations and assessments and will direct U.S. Customs to manage duties based on the final results.

The Federal Reserve System has released a notice regarding applications from companies seeking approval to become or acquire a bank holding company. These applications, which fall under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and related regulations, are open for public inspection at designated Federal Reserve Banks and the Board of Governors' offices. Individuals can submit their written comments on these applications by February 24, 2025. The notice includes an application by First Missouri Bancshares, Inc. to acquire CCSB Financial Corp. and its subsidiary, Clay County Savings Bank.