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The Department of the Army has announced the cancellation of a meeting for the Inland Waterways Users Board, which was supposed to take place on April 3, 2025, in Paducah, Kentucky. This decision was published in the Federal Register on March 6, 2025. The Army will consider if the meeting can be rescheduled at a later time. For more information, Mr. Paul D. Clouse, the Designated Federal Officer, can be contacted via email or phone.

The U.S. Corps of Engineers is proposing to collect public information and is seeking comments on this plan by April 27, 2021. This collection is meant to judge whether the information is helpful for agency functions and accurately assesses any burden it might pose. The information will be used to improve regulatory services provided to the public by gathering feedback through a customer service survey. It will be a voluntary survey with an estimated 2,000 respondents, each taking about 10 minutes to complete, affecting various public and private groups.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is addressing a mistake in a rule initially published on December 19, 2024, concerning procedures for evaluating federal water resource investments. This correction clarifies that the rule will become effective on January 18, 2025. The adjustment ensures that the correct effective date is applied, maintaining consistency with the original publication plan. For additional details, contact Mr. Milton Boyd at the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has introduced new rules for evaluating water resources projects, offering specific procedures to implement principles from federal guidelines established for such investments. This rule aims to maximize public benefits by balancing economic, environmental, and social considerations while prioritizing collaboration and public engagement, including with Tribal Nations. The rule will apply to new and significant projects and does not impose new mandates on small entities or Tribal governments. It emphasizes transparency, public participation, and the consideration of climate change and environmental justice in decision-making processes.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army aim to involve various stakeholders in discussions about the "waters of the United States" definition due to a recent Supreme Court ruling. The agencies plan to hold listening sessions and are actively seeking written feedback from the public to inform future administrative actions and clarify the Clean Water Act's jurisdiction. They also address concerns regarding the Revised Definition of "Waters of the United States" stemming from the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, impacting the way certain water bodies are regulated under federal law. This effort emphasizes broad public engagement to ensure clear and consistent understanding and implementation.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, part of the Department of Defense, has removed outdated sections called the Continuing Authorities Programs from the Code of Federal Regulations. These sections dealt with internal operations that didn't affect the public and were therefore not necessary for public compliance. The updated policies are now available in internal documents, which help avoid confusion for the public and the Corps. This change is not expected to save money for the public and supports recommendations from the Department of Defense’s Regulatory Reform Task Force.

The National Wetland Plant List (NWPL) is a guide that helps determine if plant species grow in wetlands or not, which is important for various environmental regulations. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is inviting the public to comment on proposed changes to the NWPL for 2024. These changes involve updates to the wetland status of certain plant species in different regions, based on scientific research and public input. People can submit their comments and suggestions until March 31, 2025.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Department of the Army are seeking public comments on the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024. The public can submit their opinions until April 28, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal, email, or mail. Additionally, there will be several stakeholder sessions in March and April 2025 to discuss the Act. A special session on April 2, 2025, will focus on issues related to Tribal nations and is open to everyone.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced a call for proposals by non-federal groups for the 2026 Annual Report to Congress on Future Water Resources Development. This report contains ideas for new or updated feasibility studies and projects related to water resources, and it is part of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA). Proposals must be submitted by August 15, 2025, and should align with specific criteria to potentially receive Congressional authorization for new studies and projects. Non-federal entities, such as local governments and nonprofits, can participate and need to show local support and financial capability for these projects.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has decided to remove an outdated regulation from the Code of Federal Regulations, which was related to environmental quality improvements in water resource projects. This rule, originally published in 1980, was found to be redundant and focused on internal agency processes that don't impact the public. Its removal is intended to reduce confusion about current policies, particularly those related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This move is considered non-significant and not expected to have any financial impact on the public.