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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has announced modifications to an existing system of records related to the FERC Transit Subsidy Program (TSP). In compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, FERC is updating and republishing the entire notice. Changes include three new routine uses and updates to several existing ones, as well as revisions to various sections such as system name, purpose, and record-keeping practices. Public comments on these changes are invited and must be submitted no later than 30 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a notice regarding a petition from Hermeus Corp. for exemptions from certain Federal Aviation Regulations. Hermeus Corp. seeks permission to use their unmanned aircraft, the Hermeus Quarterhorse Mark 1, for flight tests at Edwards Air Force Base in California. The main goal is to gather data for developing a hypersonic-capable aircraft. The public can submit comments on this petition until January 21, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or other listed methods.

The Bureau of Prisons within the Justice Department has issued a supplemental notice proposing updates to the Inmate Financial Responsibility Program. This program helps inmates manage and pay off financial obligations like court fees and child support while they are incarcerated. The proposal includes changes such as encouraging inmates to pay a portion of outside deposits towards their financial responsibilities, while also prioritizing family support obligations. Public comments on these proposed updates are welcomed until February 18, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final cancellation order for the use of chlorpyrifos on asparagus, following a request by Gharda Chemicals International, Inc. The cancellation is effective from January 3, 2025, meaning the sale and distribution of existing stocks are allowed until April 30, 2025, and food use until June 30, 2025. The EPA received two comments on this action, one supporting the cancellation and another expressing concern about health risks posed by leftover stock. The EPA found these concerns did not conflict with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) due to limited existing stocks and time for use.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is seeking public comments on an Interregional Transfer Capability Study submitted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). This study, required by the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, investigates the transfer capability between neighboring electric transmission planning regions and recommends enhancements to improve reliability. NERC had to submit this study by December 2, 2024, and comments are open for 60 days following its publication in the Federal Register. The Commission will consider this feedback and compile a report for Congress with any recommendations for legal adjustments by the end of the public comment period.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes listing the eastern hellbender salamander as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act. This decision is based on the decline of its populations due to threats such as habitat destruction, pollution, disease, and unauthorized collection. The listing would provide the subspecies with greater protection but does not include a critical habitat designation to avoid increasing the risk of illegal collection. Public comments are invited on the rule before February 11, 2025.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking public feedback, especially from veterinarians, about the use of cannabis-derived products in animals, with a focus on cannabidiol (CBD). They are interested in learning about trends in product usage, potential benefits, safety issues, and drug interactions among other concerns. This information will help enhance the understanding of these products' effects on animals. Comments can be submitted electronically or in written form until April 16, 2025, following specific instructions for including or excluding confidential information.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection request concerning investment advice for participants and beneficiaries. This request is being reviewed under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the public can submit comments until March 8, 2021. The regulation involves requirements for fiduciary advisers who offer investment advice, including disclosures, audits, and maintaining records. The DOL aims to secure approval from the Office of Management and Budget for a period of three years.

The Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, has proposed a change to the operating schedule for two bridges over the Savannah River: the Houlihan Bridge in Georgia and the Seaboard System Railroad Bridge near Hardeeville, South Carolina. This change would require a 24-hour advance notice for bridge openings, up from the current three hours, due to fewer opening requests and to allow maintenance crews to be on-site. The proposed rule aims to improve response times for maintenance while still accommodating vessels that do not require the bridges to open. Public comments on the proposal are invited until April 12, 2021.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed listing the Clear Lake hitch, a type of fish found only in California's Clear Lake watershed, as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. This decision comes after reviewing scientific data showing threats such as habitat loss, predation, and climate change impacts. The proposal includes protective measures to help conserve the species, such as controlling illegal pesticide use and managing habitats. The agency is accepting public comments on this proposed rule until March 17, 2025.