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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in Colorado is announcing public meetings of the Northwest Resource Advisory Council for 2025. These meetings will take place on February 6, May 7, and August 20, with field tours scheduled on May 6 and August 19. The meetings will be held at BLM offices in Meeker, Grand Junction, and Craig, Colorado, and will also be accessible virtually through Zoom. The council will discuss issues like carbon sequestration, shooting sports, and land management projects, with opportunities for public comments and participation.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council and its advisory groups will conduct public meetings online from March 2-5 and 8-11, 2021. The meetings will discuss a range of topics related to fishery management, including habitat issues, salmon management, and ecosystem management. Meetings are open to the public, with a closed session scheduled for the morning of March 4 to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Participants can attend via live stream, with details available on the Pacific Council's website.

The Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Maryland Advisory Committee will hold meetings via conference call on March 2, April 6, and May 4, 2021, at noon (ET). The purpose of these meetings is to complete their work on health disparities related to COVID-19 in Maryland and to begin planning new projects on civil rights issues in the state. The public can join the meetings using a web conference link or a phone line, with options for individuals who have hearing impairments. Members of the public are encouraged to participate in the open comment period or submit written comments, which are due approximately 30 days after each meeting.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the dates for the 2021 virtual public meetings of the Human Studies Review Board (HSRB). These meetings are intended to provide advice on the ethical and scientific review of research involving human subjects. Four three-day meetings will occur from January to October, and they are accessible to the public online. Individuals interested in participating can pre-register for oral comments or submit written comments to be considered by the Board. Meeting minutes and final reports will be available online 90 days after each meeting.

The Bureau of Land Management, part of the U.S. Department of the Interior, announced a meeting of the Western Oregon Resource Advisory Council (RAC) on January 14-15, 2025, which will be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting will address public land issues in Western Oregon and review proposed projects for funding under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. The meeting is open to the public, with opportunities for public comments scheduled, though comment time may be limited based on the number of participants. Those needing special accommodations are encouraged to contact the bureau in advance.

The North Pacific Fishery Management Council and its advisory committees will hold public meetings from February 1 to February 12, 2021, conducted via web conference. The council will discuss various issues, including crab PSC limit reductions, BSAI fishery ecosystem plans, and the standardized bycatch reporting methodology. Public comments are encouraged and can be submitted electronically by January 29, 2021. This meeting will include reviews and reports significant to fishery management and conservation efforts in the region.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will hold a series of public meetings from March 3 to March 7, 2025, in Jekyll Island, GA, and online. These meetings will involve discussions by various committees, such as the Snapper Grouper and Mackerel Cobia Committees. They will address key issues, including fishery management plans, habitat ecosystems, and public comment opportunities. Meeting documents and webinar registration information will be available on the Council’s website.

The U.S. Virgin Islands Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will conduct three public meetings via Zoom to discuss issues related to voting access and participation in the U.S. Virgin Islands. These meetings will be held on January 22, February 19, and March 26, 2025, each running from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Atlantic Time. Members of the public can register to attend via provided links and participate in an open comment period during each meeting. Additional details and accommodations can be requested by contacting the designated officials.

The National Park Service is announcing that the Acadia National Park Advisory Commission will have meetings on February 3, June 2, and September 8, 2025. These meetings will be held at different locations in Maine and are open to the public, with a virtual attendance option available. During the meetings, topics such as land conservation, park use, and public comments will be discussed. People interested in attending or speaking at the meetings can contact Kathy Flanders for more details and make requests for accommodations in advance.

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council's Citizen Science Program is holding two town hall meetings to help create a citizen science mobile app. The meetings will be online on March 9 and March 11, 2021, and are open to the public, who can join by requesting a webinar invitation. These meetings aim to get feedback from stakeholders like fishermen and scientists on what information the app should capture about Atlantic coast fish populations. Julia Byrd is the contact person for additional details, and the meetings are accessible to people with disabilities.