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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13899
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service held a special closed meeting on March 24, 2025, at the Postal Service Headquarters in Washington, DC. This meeting was closed to the public under the Government in the Sunshine Act due to the nature of the discussions. The Board addressed administrative matters and conducted an executive session. For more details, Michael J. Elston, Secretary of the Board, is the contact person.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service Board of Governors had a secret meeting in Washington, DC, and they talked about some important stuff they couldn't share with others. People might wonder why they had to keep it a secret because they didn't say exactly why it was needed.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8061
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Securities and Exchange Commission will hold closed meetings every Tuesday in February 2021 at 5:00 p.m. These meetings will occur remotely or at the Commission's headquarters in Washington, DC. Attendees will include Commissioners, their Counsel, the Secretary, recording secretaries, and possibly other interested staff members. Discussions will cover examinations, enforcement proceedings, and may also change depending on the Commission's priorities. If there are any changes to the meeting details, updates will be posted on the SEC's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The Securities and Exchange Commission is having special secret meetings every Tuesday in February where grown-ups talk about important stuff like checking things out and making sure rules are followed. Sometimes they meet on the computer and sometimes in a building in Washington, DC, but they don't give a lot of details because it's a secret.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1039
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Coast Guard announced the enforcement of a security zone along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, DC, from January 18 to January 21, 2025, during the 60th Presidential Inauguration. This zone is meant to protect government officials and enhance safety and security. Entry into the area is prohibited without authorization from the Coast Guard Captain of the Port, unless you're already berthed when the zone comes into effect. The security zone regulations allow exceptions for necessary law enforcement and other authorized personnel.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard is making a special rule to keep people safe around parts of two big rivers in Washington, DC, during the President's special ceremony from January 18 to January 21, 2025. People can't go into this area unless they have special permission or are already there when the rule starts.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11355
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission will hold a public hearing in Washington, DC, on March 20, 2025, titled β€œCrossroads of Competition: China in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.” This hearing will focus on China's strategic interests and activities in these regions, including diplomatic, security, and economic initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative. The event will be co-chaired by Chair Reva Price and Vice Chair Randall Schriver, and will include a question and answer session with witnesses. The public is invited to attend in person or via a live webcast on the Commission's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission is having a meeting in Washington, DC, on March 20, 2025, where people can listen to experts talk about China's activities in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. Everyone can come to the meeting or watch it live online, and they can ask the experts questions too!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10723
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced the second public meeting of the Federal and State Current Issues Collaborative, which will address gas-electric coordination. This meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2025, in Washington, DC, and can be attended either in person or via webcast without any registration fee. The Commission will release the agenda by April 16, 2025. The event will be accessible to all, and those needing special accommodations can contact FERC via email or phone.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is having a meeting to talk about how gas and electricity work together, and anyone can join for free, either by being there or watching online. But they don't say how much the meeting costs to set up or who is going to be there, which might make people wonder about fairness and how they choose helpers like people who type up what is said.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10074
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) scheduled a closed meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, and its continuation on February 25, 2021. The meeting will address compliance issues under specific U.S. law and discuss participation in legal actions, though it will not be open to the public. This virtual meeting will take place at 1050 First Street NE in Washington, DC. For further details, interested parties can contact Judith Ingram, the Press Officer, at the provided telephone number.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having a secret online meeting to talk about rule-following and legal issues on February 23, 2021, and again on February 25, 2021. If anyone wants more information, they can call a lady named Judith Ingram.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8675
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has scheduled a closed meeting for February 11, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. It will take place remotely or at the SEC headquarters in Washington, DC. During the meeting, commissioners and relevant staff will discuss topics like the settlement of legal actions and administrative proceedings. This meeting is closed to the public, and any changes to its schedule will be updated on the SEC's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The SEC, which is a group that helps keep things fair with money, is having a secret meeting to talk about important topics, but nobody from the public can join or watch. If things about the meeting change, they will let everyone know on their website.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15484
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Postal Service is holding a closed meeting of the Operations Committee of the Board of Governors on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. EST. This meeting, held at the Postal Service Headquarters in Washington, DC, will cover administrative and operational matters. The General Counsel has certified that the meeting can be closed under the Government in the Sunshine Act. For more information, Lucy C. Trout, the Acting Secretary of the Board of Governors, is the contact person.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service is having a private meeting to talk about important work stuff, like how they deliver mail. They say it's okay to keep it private because of special rules, but they didn't say exactly why.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 15485
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Postal Service is holding a closed meeting of the Compensation and Governance Committee of the Board of Governors on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EST in Washington, DC. The meeting will be held at the Postal Service Headquarters, and matters such as administrative issues, personnel topics, and an executive session will be discussed. The General Counsel has certified that the meeting can be closed to the public in accordance with the Government in the Sunshine Act. For more information, individuals can contact Lucy C. Trout, the Acting Secretary of the Board of Governors.

    Simple Explanation

    The Postal Service is having a secret meeting where they talk about important things like how they manage people and do their jobs. They say it's okay to keep it secret, but they don't tell us why.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9772
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Securities and Exchange Commission is holding a closed meeting on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 1 p.m. The meeting will take place remotely and/or at the Commission's headquarters in Washington, DC. During the meeting, topics such as the initiation and settlement of legal actions, administrative proceedings, and other enforcement-related matters will be discussed. Changes to the meeting schedule or location will be announced on the SEC's website, and for more details, Vanessa A. Countryman from the Office of the Secretary can be contacted.

    Simple Explanation

    The Securities and Exchange Commission is having a private meeting on February 20, 2025, to talk about important legal cases and rules. They're not telling people exactly what will be discussed, but they’ll update if anything changes.