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The Postal Service has announced that it filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new domestic shipping contract to the list of Negotiated Service Agreements. This contract involves Parcel Select and Parcel Return Service, and it aims to be included in the Mail Classification Schedule's Competitive Products List. The notice indicates that relevant documents can be accessed on the Commission's website.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) announced a closed meeting through a notice in the Federal Register. Jaya Raman, Ph.D., is the contact person for further information about the meeting, and can be reached at the CDC. Kalwant Smagh, the Director of the Strategic Business Initiatives Unit, is responsible for signing Federal Register notices related to meetings and committee activities for both CDC and ATSDR.

The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) is inviting public comments on the Arbitrator's Personal Data Questionnaire, FMCS Form R-22, which they plan to submit for approval to the Office of Management Budget (OMB). This form is used to evaluate the qualifications of private citizens who apply to be listed as professional arbitrators, helping FMCS maintain a roster of qualified individuals. Comments on this information collection request must be submitted by May 6, 2025. The questionnaire is part of FMCS's efforts to provide facilities for voluntary arbitration and is mandated by the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released three draft guidelines aimed at reducing the transmission risk of hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and HIV through human cells and tissues. These guidelines update previous recommendations to help organizations determine donor eligibility through proper screening and testing. Comments on these drafts are encouraged by February 6, 2025, and can be submitted electronically or in writing. The drafts also advise on eliminating certain donor screening questions and focus on assessing each donor's risk based on relevant factors, regardless of gender.

The United States Postal Service has submitted a request to the Postal Regulatory Commission to add a new domestic shipping services contract, titled "Priority Mail & USPS Ground Advantage® Contract 637," to its list of Negotiated Service Agreements. This action aims to include the contract in the Competitive Products List of the Mail Classification Schedule. The notice was filed on March 12, 2025, and additional information about the request can be accessed on the Postal Regulatory Commission's website under Docket Nos. MC2025-1215 and K2025-1214.

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a notice about a filing from the Postal Service concerning a negotiated service agreement related to competitive products, like Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail contracts. The notice invites public comments on specific requests identified by docket numbers, with comments due by January 23, 2025. The requests seek to add new service agreements or modify existing ones on a competitive product list. Public portions of these requests are available on the Commission's website, and certain materials are under seal.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a proposed information collection, inviting the public to participate in a survey connected to the 2025 Digital Development Awards. This survey aims to help select award winners who utilize digital technology for inclusive growth. Comments and recommendations on the survey are due by February 24, 2025. This action is in compliance with legal requirements, as USAID must notify the public and gain approval from the Office of Management and Budget before conducting such collections.

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced its intention to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for a new advanced nuclear reactor technology park at the Clinch River Nuclear Site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This project includes evaluating various environmental effects associated with building, operating, and dismantling advanced nuclear reactors, with a total power output not exceeding 800 megawatts. The public is invited to provide feedback on the proposed action and alternatives until March 19, 2021. TVA plans to consider environmental, social, and economic impacts, and anticipates the completion of the final report by Spring 2022.

The Center for Scientific Review at the National Institutes of Health announced the schedule for several upcoming closed meetings. These meetings are set to review and evaluate grant applications and will be closed to the public to protect confidential information and personal privacy. The meetings, which will occur virtually in February 2021, cover a wide range of topics, including psychopathology, epidemiology, endocrinology, cardiovascular sciences, immunology, and neuroscience, among others. Various Scientific Review Officers will lead these sessions, ensuring that the grant evaluations are conducted appropriately.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a chance for the public to comment on their plan to collect information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public has until February 18, 2025, to share their thoughts about the need and usefulness of the information being collected, as well as suggestions for minimizing the burden of this process. Specifically, CMS is focusing on maintaining records for grandfathered health plans under the Affordable Care Act, which are plans that have specific exemptions from newer rules. CMS is seeking feedback to enhance these processes while ensuring transparency and compliance with the law.