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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking public comments on a revised safety standard for stationary activity centers, originally referenced by the ASTM F2012-18ε1 standard. The new standard, ASTM F2012-2024, has been updated by ASTM, and CPSC is evaluating its impact on product safety. The public has until February 4, 2025, to submit their comments. The revision and its potential to improve safety are being assessed under the guidelines of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is inviting public comments about its plan to renew the collection of information related to aerial navigation aids and other electrical/electronic facilities. These facilities are operated by non-federal sponsors like state and local governments or private businesses, and the collected information ensures they meet FAA safety standards. The FAA is not changing how they collect this information, just renewing their legal authority to do so. Comments can be submitted until April 7, 2025, and will help the FAA assess the necessity and accuracy of this information collection.

Brightline West has asked the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a waiver to bypass some specific railroad safety regulations pertaining to the new high-speed trainsets they plan to operate between California and Nevada. These electric trainsets, which Siemens Mobility will manufacture, will adhere to certain alternative safety standards instead of the current ones. Brightline claims these trainsets include advanced features that negate the need for traditional safety equipment. The FRA doesn't see the need for a public hearing to decide on this waiver because similar exemptions have been granted before. Interested individuals may submit comments or ask for a public hearing before March 22, 2021.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the Department of Transportation is renewing exemptions for 10 individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, allowing them to continue driving commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. These exemptions are based on FMCSA's assessment that the drivers meet safety standards equivalent to those required by the hearing rules in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. The exemptions, effective starting December 16, 2020, will last for two years unless revoked for specific reasons, such as non-compliance or decreased safety levels.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) decided to renew exemptions for 15 individuals, allowing them to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) even though they do not meet the hearing requirements set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. These exemptions will enable hard of hearing and deaf drivers to continue driving across state lines. The renewals are valid for two years unless they are revoked for reasons such as failure to comply with the terms or a reduction in safety standards. No public comments were received during the comment period.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued special conditions for Universal Avionics to add a new digital systems architecture to specific airplanes. This change involves allowing more connections and access from external network sources like operator networks and the internet to the airplane's electronic systems, which were previously isolated. These conditions are necessary because current airworthiness standards do not address the security risks posed by this increased connectivity, such as potential unauthorized access and cyber threats. The special conditions outline safety measures to ensure that these risks are managed, maintain the safety of the aircraft, and apply only to the specific airplane models affected by these changes.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew exemptions for 13 individuals, allowing them to continue driving commercial motor vehicles across state lines, despite not meeting hearing requirements outlined in federal regulations. These exemptions, which span a two-year period, permit deaf or hard-of-hearing drivers to operate safely under specific conditions. Upon evaluation, the FMCSA determined that these drivers could maintain a level of safety equal to or greater than if they complied with existing hearing standards. The exemptions can be revoked if drivers do not adhere to the set conditions or if safety levels decline.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has finalized a rule updating its regulations for floating cabins on the Tennessee River System. These rules require that all existing floating cabins comply with safety and environmental standards and submit a permit application by October 1, 2029. The rule also clarifies electrical and wastewater standards, stating that floating cabin owners must follow all federal, state, and local regulations. If a cabin does not meet these standards, TVA may revoke the permit and require its removal from the river system.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice inviting public comments on renewing an information collection related to commercial space transportation licensing regulations. The information collected will help assess whether proposals for commercial space launches comply with safety and regulatory standards. Comments can be submitted by March 15, 2021, through various channels, including an electronic docket or mail. The process is part of the renewal of efforts to ensure that space launch activities meet legal and safety requirements under U.S. regulations.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has received applications from nine individuals seeking an exemption from the hearing requirements in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. If granted, these exemptions would allow the applicants, who are deaf or hard of hearing, to operate commercial motor vehicles across state lines. The FMCSA is accepting public comments on these applications until February 20, 2025. The agency will evaluate whether granting these exemptions would maintain or exceed the current safety standards required by law.