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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that certain drug products, including Bentyl Preservative Free (Dicyclomine Hydrochloride) Injection, 10 Milligrams/Milliliters, have not been taken off the market for safety or effectiveness issues. This means that generic versions of these drugs can still be approved by the FDA and sold, as long as they follow the necessary legal and regulatory guidelines. The drugs will be listed in the "Discontinued Drug Product List" in the Orange Book because they are no longer being sold, but not for reasons related to safety or effectiveness.

The Department of the Army is planning to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement to evaluate the potential effects of disposing of and reusing a 132-acre section of land at the Savanna Army Depot in Illinois. This land, referred to as Parcel 20, will be transferred to local authorities or other recipients for various potential uses such as a shipping facility or recreational space. The environmental review will consider various factors, including the impact on land, water, wildlife, cultural sites, and surrounding communities. The public and other stakeholders are invited to participate in the scoping process and provide comments on the proposed actions during a specified 30-day period.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has announced a notice concerning inflation-based rate adjustments for Postal Service products, both domestic and international, along with proposed classification changes. These adjustments are set to take effect on July 13, 2025, and are open for public comments until May 9, 2025. The Postal Service's filing includes details on planned price changes, various promotions, and proposed permanent incentives. The Commission has opened Docket No. R2025-1 to evaluate the price adjustments and welcomes feedback to ensure the planned changes comply with regulatory requirements.

PHMSA is inviting public feedback on a revised set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) concerning operator qualification in pipeline safety. These revisions aim to provide greater clarity and ensure each FAQ aligns with specific regulatory requirements. The proposal follows the efforts of a PHMSA team that evaluated existing FAQs to refine, update, or eliminate those that are obsolete, resulting in 40 draft FAQs available for public viewing. Comments on these revisions must be submitted by February 16, 2021.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is granting a 5-year exemption to the American Trucking Associations (ATA), allowing certain individuals to qualify as inspectors for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) without the usual one year of training or experience. Instead, individuals can complete a training program self-certified by their providers, consistent with recommended practices by the ATA's Technology and Maintenance Council. The exemption aims to maintain or enhance safety levels while addressing personnel shortages in the industry and allows those trained under this program to demonstrate proficiency through certification tests. The terms and conditions require training providers to self-certify their curricula and keep detailed records of program graduates.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a final rule regarding air pollution control for municipal solid waste landfills in Missouri. The rule acknowledges measures submitted by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to meet the Clean Air Act's requirements. This approval updates and incorporates specific state rules, setting guidelines to manage emissions effectively and replacing existing federal plans in Missouri. The final rule will take effect on January 15, 2025.

The document is a Combined Notice of Filings published by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission related to rate and refund report filings for various natural gas pipeline companies. It lists numerous docket numbers along with applicants, descriptions, filed dates, accession numbers, and comment dates for filing compliance with updated energy standards to be effective in 2025. These filings are part of proceedings where individuals or entities can intervene, protest, or answer complaints by following Commission's regulations. The filings can be accessed online, and the Commission's Office of Public Participation is available to support public engagement in these proceedings.

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission has released a list of projects that have been registered for grandfathering. These projects were registered during December 2020 and cover various locations primarily in Pennsylvania and New York. The registration pertains to public water supply systems and golf courses, ensuring they meet specific regulatory requirements. The notice provides details on each project's location, the issuing authority, and the issue date of the registration certificates.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released a final rule identifying communities under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) that may have their flood insurance suspended due to failing to comply with floodplain management requirements. Communities can avoid suspension if they submit the necessary documentation showing compliance before the suspension date. Information on community statuses can be accessed on FEMA's website, and updates will no longer be published in the Federal Register. The rule exempts certain federal assistance and clarifies regulatory requirements, while FEMA has determined that this action does not warrant environmental, flexibility, or federalism evaluations.

The Postal Regulatory Commission has released a notice about a recent filing by the Postal Service regarding a negotiated service agreement, seeking public feedback and handling administrative details related to this. The Postal Service's requests include adding or changing agreements in the Competitive product list, with comments due by February 19, 2025. The notice also details the docket numbers, titles, and filing dates for each request, as well as the appointed public representatives. The public can access more information and submit comments through the Commission's online system.